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A top-down view of a delicious and healthy slow cooker Tuscan chicken served in a white bowl, ready to eat. This illustrates one of many low-fat slow cooker meals you can make.
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Low-Fat Slow Cooker Meals: Healthy Tuscan Chicken

This Low-Fat Slow Cooker Tuscan Chicken is a healthy, flavorful, and easy crockpot meal. Tender chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, and spinach in a light, creamy sauce make the perfect guilt-free dinner for any night of the week.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 295
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts About 4 medium chicken breasts
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp salt Or to taste
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil drained and chopped
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 4 oz light cream cheese softened
  • 5 oz fresh spinach

Equipment

  • 1 Slow Cooker A 6-quart slow cooker is recommended.
  • 1 Cutting Board
  • 1 Knife

Method
 

  1. Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of a 6-quart slow cooker. Sprinkle evenly with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  2. Scatter the chopped onion, minced garlic, and drained sun-dried tomatoes over the chicken.
  3. Pour the low-sodium chicken broth over all the ingredients.
  4. Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 4-6 hours or on high for 2-3 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
  5. Carefully remove the chicken breasts from the slow cooker. Stir the softened light cream cheese into the hot liquid until it melts and the sauce is smooth. Use two forks to shred the chicken.
  6. Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker. Add the fresh spinach and stir to combine. Cover and let it sit for 5-10 minutes, or until the spinach has wilted. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 295kcalProtein: 43gFat: 9gFiber: 2g

Notes

Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Greek Yogurt Option: For an even lighter version, you can substitute the cream cheese with an equal amount of plain Greek yogurt. Stir it in at the very end with the heat off to prevent curdling.
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