Description
Crockpot Italian Chicken and Peppers is a delightful one-pot meal that combines tender chicken, colorful bell peppers, and aromatic Italian spices. This easy-to-make dish simmers in your slow cooker, infusing every bite with robust flavor and creating a mouthwatering aroma that fills your home. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners, serve it over rice or pasta to enjoy an unforgettable culinary experience!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 bell peppers (1 red, 1 yellow), sliced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse chicken breasts under cold water and pat dry.
- Slice the bell peppers into strips and chop the onion finely.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté the onions until translucent.
- Layer the chicken in the crockpot followed by sautéed onions and sliced bell peppers. Pour crushed tomatoes over everything.
- Sprinkle Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper on top; stir gently to combine.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours until chicken is tender.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours (low)
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 80mg