Description
Crockpot Italian Chicken and Peppers is a delightful, hassle-free meal that combines tender chicken with vibrant bell peppers and zesty Italian spices. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends, this dish simmers to perfection in your slow cooker, filling your home with mouthwatering aromas. Serve it over rice, pasta, or crusty bread for a comforting family dinner that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 – 2 lbs)
- 2 red bell peppers, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 medium sweet onion, chopped
- 4–5 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Wash and slice the bell peppers into strips. Chop the onion and mince the garlic.
- Optional: Sear chicken breasts in olive oil over medium heat until golden brown.
- Place chicken in the crockpot. Layer sliced peppers, onions, minced garlic, crushed tomatoes, and sprinkle Italian seasoning on top.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours until chicken is tender enough to shred.
- Stir gently before serving over rice or pasta; top with Parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg