This Creamy Slow Cooker Chicken with Sun-Dried Tomatoes is rich, comforting, and effortlessly elegant. Tender chicken breasts slow-cooked in a luxurious garlic cream sauce with mushrooms, spinach, and sun-dried tomatoes create a restaurant-quality meal with minimal effort. Finished with fresh basil and served over pasta, this crockpot chicken recipe is pure comfort food perfection.
If you love creamy crockpot chicken recipes, this one delivers bold flavor, silky texture, and hands-off cooking — perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends.
Why You’ll Love This Slow Cooker Chicken Recipe
- Ultra-creamy slow cooker chicken with rich Italian-inspired flavors
- Easy crockpot chicken with sun-dried tomatoes
- Perfect for pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes
- Family-friendly, comforting, and filling
- Ideal for meal prep and high-satiety dinners
Ingredients for Creamy Crockpot Chicken
- 1.5 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed
- 8 oz mushrooms, sliced
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, sliced
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- ¼ cup fresh basil, chopped
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Cooked pasta, for serving
How to Make Creamy Slow Cooker Chicken
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté mushrooms and onion until softened and lightly golden, about 5–6 minutes.
- Transfer the mushrooms and onions to the slow cooker.
- Add cubed chicken, garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, and chicken broth. Stir gently to combine.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 5–6 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours, until the chicken is tender and fully cooked.
- In a bowl, whisk cornstarch with heavy cream until smooth. Stir this mixture into the slow cooker.
- Add sour cream and stir gently to create a rich, creamy sauce.
- Cover and cook for an additional 20–30 minutes, until the sauce thickens beautifully.
- Stir in fresh spinach and allow it to wilt.
- Finish with fresh basil, salt, and black pepper.
- Serve hot over cooked pasta, spooning extra sauce generously over the top.
What to Serve with Creamy Crockpot Chicken
This slow cooker creamy chicken pairs perfectly with:
- Pasta or fettuccine
- Rice or risotto
- Mashed potatoes
- Crusty bread or garlic bread
- Steamed green beans or roasted vegetables
Tips for the Best Creamy Slow Cooker Chicken
- Use oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes for deeper flavor
- Full-fat dairy gives the richest, creamiest sauce (higher RPM 😉)
- Add cream and sour cream near the end to prevent curdling
Storage & Reheating
- Refrigerator: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days
- Reheat: Gently on the stovetop or microwave with a splash of broth or cream
- Freezing: Not recommended due to the creamy sauce
Recipe Card
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 5 hours
Total Time: 5 hours 15 minutes
Calories: ~520 kcal per serving
Servings: 6
Cuisine: American / Italian-Inspired
