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Creamy Crockpot Pesto Chicken That Practically Cooks Itself

Crockpot Pesto Chicken

A creamy, flavorful slow cooker chicken recipe made with pesto and simple ingredients. Perfect for easy dinners and meal prep with minimal effort.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 hours
Total Time 5 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 chicken breasts
  • 1 cup pesto sauce
  • 1/2 cup cream cheese or heavy cream
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Method
 

  1. Grease crockpot and add chicken
  2. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning
  3. Mix pesto, cream cheese, and garlic
  4. Pour mixture over chicken
  5. Cook on low for 5–6 hours or high for 3 hours
  6. Shred or serve whole
  7. Add Parmesan and stir before serving

Notes

  • Use chicken thighs for extra juiciness
  • Add vegetables for a complete meal
  • Adjust cream for desired consistency