Description
Crockpot Italian Chicken and Peppers is a heartwarming dish that brings the flavors of Italy right to your kitchen. This easy-to-make recipe features tender chicken simmered in a vibrant sauce with colorful bell peppers, garlic, and Italian herbs. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this delightful one-pot meal allows you to set it and forget it while the slow cooker does the work. Serve it over pasta, rice, or in a sandwich for a comforting dinner that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cups mixed bell peppers (red, yellow, green), chopped
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes (low-sodium)
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Chop bell peppers into bite-sized pieces.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté minced garlic for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Place chicken breasts in the slow cooker; season with salt and pepper.
- Layer chopped bell peppers on top of the chicken, then add diced tomatoes and Italian seasoning.
- Pour chicken broth over all ingredients.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until chicken is tender.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 90mg