That sounds like a delicious and easy slow-cooker meal—creamy, flavorful, and perfect for shredding or serving whole. Here’s a step-by-step guide:
🍗 Slow Cooker Creamy Tomato Basil Chicken
🧾 Ingredients
- 2–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 can (about 10–12 oz / 300–350 mL) creamy tomato basil soup
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup heavy cream (optional for extra creaminess)
- 1 tsp garlic powder or 2 cloves minced garlic
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning (or fresh basil)
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Prep Chicken
- Place chicken breasts in the bottom of the slow cooker
2️⃣ Add Soup & Ingredients
- Pour creamy tomato basil soup over chicken
- Add cheese, heavy cream, garlic, and Italian seasoning/basil
3️⃣ Cook
- Cover and cook:
- Low for 4–6 hours or
- High for 2–3 hours, until chicken is fully cooked and tender
4️⃣ Finish & Serve
- Option 1: Shred chicken in the sauce for sandwiches, tacos, or over rice/pasta
- Option 2: Serve whole with sauce poured over top
💡 Tips
- Add vegetables like spinach, mushrooms, or bell peppers for more nutrition
- For extra flavor, sprinkle fresh basil or Parmesan before serving
- Leftovers freeze well for 2–3 months
This is a simple 5-minute prep meal with rich flavor and creamy sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep.
If you want, I can make a low-carb version that keeps it creamy and flavorful without the extra starch.
