Description
Crockpot Italian Chicken and Peppers is a comforting dish that captures the essence of Italian cuisine. Tender chicken, vibrant bell peppers, and aromatic herbs simmer together to create a rich, flavorful meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings. With minimal prep and effortless cooking, this recipe delivers a delightful culinary experience that will have your family asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups mixed bell peppers (red, yellow, green), sliced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté onions until translucent (about 5 minutes). Add minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
- In the crockpot, layer sautéed onions and garlic with chicken breasts at the bottom. Top with sliced bell peppers.
- Pour diced tomatoes and chicken broth over the layers. Season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until chicken is tender enough to shred.
- Shred chicken directly in the pot and mix with sauce before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Crockpot
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 70mg