Description
Italian Chicken and Peppers (Crockpot) is a delightful dish that brings the vibrant flavors of Italy straight to your table. This easy-to-make recipe features tender chicken simmered in a zesty tomato sauce, complemented by colorful bell peppers and aromatic herbs. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, it requires minimal effort for maximum flavor. Simply toss the ingredients into your crockpot and let it do the work while you relax. Serve over pasta or rice for a satisfying meal that will have everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approx. 1.5 lbs)
- 2 bell peppers (1 red, 1 yellow), sliced
- 1 large sweet onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 28 oz can crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Chop the bell peppers and onion into bite-sized pieces; mince the garlic.
- Optional: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear each chicken breast until golden brown on both sides (about 3–4 minutes per side).
- In your crockpot, layer the seared chicken, followed by bell peppers, onion, garlic, crushed tomatoes, chicken broth, and Italian seasoning.
- Cover and cook on low for 6–7 hours or high for 3–4 hours until the chicken is tender.
- Shred the chicken inside the crockpot using two forks; stir well to combine.
- Serve over pasta or rice; garnish with fresh basil if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6–7 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Crockpot
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 70mg