Best 7 Easy Crock Pot Chicken And Tomato Sauce Recipes

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Chicken and tomato sauce are a classic combination that has delighted taste buds for generations. Whether you prefer a creamy tomato sauce or a chunky, rustic one, there's a crock pot chicken and tomato sauce recipe that's perfect for you. Crock pot chicken and tomato sauce is not only easy to make, but it's also a versatile dish that can be served over pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes. It's also a great way to use up leftover chicken. With just a few simple ingredients and a few hours of cooking time, you can have a delicious and satisfying meal that the whole family will love.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

SLOW COOKER TOMATO SAUCE



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This tangy, zesty sauce instantly became a family favorite. I created it when my family came in from out of town; everyone raved about it and my husband begs me to make it all the time.

Provided by Michele McCormick

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes

Time 10h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

10 roma (plum) tomatoes - peeled, seeded and crushed
½ small onion, chopped
1 teaspoon minced garlic
¼ cup olive oil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 pinch cinnamon

Steps:

  • Place tomatoes, onion, garlic, and olive oil in a slow cooker. Season with oregano, basil, cayenne pepper, salt, black pepper, and cinnamon.
  • Cover, and cook 10 to 15 hours on Low. The longer you simmer it the more flavorful it becomes. At 10 hours it's really good, but at 15 its even better.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 104.7 calories, Carbohydrate 5.5 g, Fat 9.3 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 1.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 393.6 mg, Sugar 3 g

CHICKEN WITH GARLIC-TOMATO SAUCE



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My husband and I made up this recipe as we went along, and we love the way it turned out. It reminds us me something found at Italian restaurants. -Angela Schellenberg of Steinbach, Manitoba

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 teaspoons olive oil, divided
2 plum tomatoes, seeded and chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 medium carrots, halved and thinly sliced
1 cup Italian tomato sauce
3/4 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/4 cup tomato paste
1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
Hot cooked pasta

Steps:

  • Sprinkle both sides of chicken with pepper. In a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat, brown chicken on each side in 1 teaspoon oil. Remove and keep warm. , In the same skillet, saute tomatoes and garlic in remaining oil for 1 minute. Add carrots; saute 2-3 minutes longer. Combine the tomato sauce, broth, tomato paste and rosemary; stir into skillet. Bring to a boil. , Return chicken to the pan. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-12 minutes or until chicken juices run clear and carrots are crisp-tender. Serve with pasta.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 197 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 510mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 26g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CREAMY TOMATO SLOW-COOKER CHICKEN



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Spend ten minutes assembling these ingredients in the morning, and come home to a ready-to-eat chicken dinner. It's delicious served over pasta, rice or quinoa.

Provided by By Corey Valley

Categories     Entree

Time 5h20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1 1/4 lb)
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 teaspoon dried basil leaves
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 jar (15 oz) Alfredo sauce
1 can (14.5 oz) Muir Glen™ organic fire roasted petite diced tomatoes, drained
1 can (8 oz) Muir Glen™ organic tomato sauce
1 box (12 oz) uncooked pasta (such as penne or mostaccioli)
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons water
1/2 cup shredded Italian cheese blend (2 oz), if desired

Steps:

  • Spray 3- to 4-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. Arrange chicken in bottom of slow cooker. Top with garlic, basil, oregano and pepper.
  • In separate bowl, stir together Alfredo sauce, tomatoes and tomato sauce until well combined. Pour mixture over chicken.
  • Cover; cook on Low heat setting 5 to 6 hours.
  • Ten to 15 minutes before serving time, cook pasta as directed on package. In small bowl, stir together cornstarch and water; stir into mixture in slow cooker. Increase heat setting to High; cook uncovered 5 to 10 minutes longer.
  • Serve chicken with pasta; top with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 970, Carbohydrate 91 g, Cholesterol 205 mg, Fat 7, Fiber 7 g, Protein 58 g, SaturatedFat 22 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1260 mg, Sugar 7 g, TransFat 1 1/2 g

SLOW COOKER TOMATO CHICKEN



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This is a fall-apart, melt-in-your-mouth, super-easy recipe! The peas add color and texture and make it just a little healthier.

Provided by Annette

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 8h10m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 6

5 (6 ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
1 (16 ounce) can diced tomatoes with basil
2 tablespoons minced garlic
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon dry mustard
½ (10 ounce) package frozen peas

Steps:

  • Place the chicken breasts in a slow cooker. Stir together the tomatoes, garlic, soy sauce, and dry mustard; pour over the chicken breasts.
  • Cook on Low 7 hours; stir in peas and cook 1 hour more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 231.2 calories, Carbohydrate 8.9 g, Cholesterol 87.9 mg, Fat 4.2 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 36.5 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 630.4 mg, Sugar 3.9 g

EASY CROCK POT CHICKEN AND TOMATO SAUCE



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I work 12 hour shifts, so I'm always looking for recipes that are quick, easy, and low maintenance. I threw this together the other day with stuff I found in the fridge, and it turned out great! I like really spicy stuff, so I tend to use a lot of cayenne. Play with the ingredients to find your taste!! :)

Provided by Silverjazz

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 10h5m

Yield 3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 chicken breasts
16 ounces of any pasta sauce (I like the fire roasted tomato and garlic)
2 tablespoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon ground cayenne pepper
2 teaspoons salt
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
parmesan cheese (top when serving) or mozzarella cheese (top when serving)

Steps:

  • place chicken breasts on bottom of pot.
  • Add pasta sauce, spices, and vegetables to crock pot.
  • Cook 8-10 hours in crock pot until chicken is fully cooked.
  • Serve with parmesean or mozzarella cheese on top.
  • This dish can also be frozen for a great tasting "TV Dinner". How easy is that? :).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 419.1, Fat 17.6, SaturatedFat 4.5, Cholesterol 92.8, Sodium 2374.1, Carbohydrate 30.1, Fiber 3.6, Sugar 19.2, Protein 35.4

SLOW-COOKER ITALIAN CHICKEN



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My father used to love it when I made this slow-cooker Italian chicken. Since it includes a flavorful tomato sauce, it's especially good served over pasta or rice. —Deanna D'Auria, Banning, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 3h20m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 cup stewed tomatoes, cut up
1/2 cup tomato sauce
1 small green pepper, chopped
1 tablespoon chopped green onion
1 garlic clove, minced
1-1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon onion powder
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/4 cup cold water
Hot cooked pasta
Shaved Parmesan cheese, optional

Steps:

  • Place chicken in a 1-1/2-qt. slow cooker. In a bowl, combine the broth, tomatoes, tomato sauce, green pepper, onion, garlic and seasonings; pour over chicken. Cover and cook on low until chicken is tender, 3-4 hours. Remove chicken and keep warm. , Pour cooking juices into a small saucepan. Combine flour and cold water until smooth; stir into juices. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1 minute or until thickened. Serve with chicken and pasta. If desired, top with shaved Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 230 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 900mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 28g protein.

CROCK POT CHICKEN WITH TOMATO ALFREDO SAUCE



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This is something I threw together with what I had on hand. It has a little kick but can be adjusted by the amount of crushed red pepper that is used. I hope you enjoy:)

Provided by mandikaake

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 4h10m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 lb alfredo sauce
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 garlic clove, crushed
1/2-1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • Dump alfredo sauce, tomato sauce, garlic and red pepper in the crock pot. Add chicken breasts on top.
  • Cook on high for about 4 hours OR till chicken is done.
  • When chicken is cooked through, shred with a fork and mix in with sauce.
  • Spoon over top of cooked noodles and enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 116, Fat 2.4, SaturatedFat 0.5, Cholesterol 56.6, Sodium 402.3, Carbohydrate 3.4, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 2.5, Protein 19.6

Tips:

  • Use boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs for a leaner dish.
  • Feel free to substitute your favorite vegetables for the ones listed in the recipe.
  • Add a tablespoon of Italian seasoning or dried oregano for extra flavor.
  • Serve the chicken and tomato sauce over pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes.
  • Top the chicken with grated Parmesan cheese or chopped fresh basil before serving.

Conclusion:

This easy crock pot chicken and tomato sauce is a delicious and versatile dish that can be served with a variety of sides. It's perfect for a busy weeknight meal or a casual get-together. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a flavorful and satisfying meal that the whole family will enjoy. So next time you're looking for an easy and delicious crock pot recipe, give this chicken and tomato sauce a try. You won't be disappointed!

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