SLOW-COOKER PESTO CHICKEN THIGHS
Versatile, juicy and oh-so affordable, these slow-cooker chicken thighs can easily be transformed into two family friendly dinners.
Provided by By Cindy Rahe
Categories Entree
Time 4h5m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Spray slow cooker lightly with cooking spray. Sprinkle chicken thighs with salt and pepper on both sides. Nestle chicken thighs in slow cooker in even layer; they may be arranged tightly, if necessary.
- In small bowl, stir pesto and chicken broth. Pour over chicken thighs, and spread evenly with spoon.
- Cover and cook on High heat setting 4 hours. Serve immediately using one or both of the ideas below, or cool slightly and refrigerate in an airtight container for a few days until ready to use.
- Bruschetta-Topped Chicken: In medium bowl, mix 1 1/2 cups chopped fresh tomatoes, 2 tablespoons finely diced red onion, 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil leaves, 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar, salt and pepper to taste. Let stand 10 minutes for flavors to blend. Spoon over 1/2 recipe hot Slow-Cooker Pesto Chicken Thighs, and serve with rice or pasta as desired. (To use the entire recipe of chicken thighs, double these ingredient amounts.)
- Bacon Ranch Pasta and Chicken: Cook and drain 1/2 lb pasta (a short variety) as directed on package. Toss hot pasta with 1 tablespoon dry ranch dressing and seasoning mix, 1/4 cup sour cream, 1/4 cup milk, 1/2 cup shredded Italian cheese blend, 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled and 1/2 recipe Slow-Cooker Pesto Chicken Thighs, shredded. Top with a sprinkle of chopped fresh basil leaves, if desired. Serve warm. (To use the entire recipe of chicken thighs, double these ingredient amounts.)
Nutrition Facts : Calories 330, Carbohydrate 2 g, Cholesterol 165 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 37 g, SaturatedFat 4 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 460 mg, Sugar 0 g, TransFat 0 g
CROCK POT PESTO RANCH CHICKEN THIGHS RECIPE - (4.5/5)
Provided by Johanna
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Turn crock pot to high setting. Place chicken thighs, pesto, ranch dressing and chicken broth into crock pot. Stir gently to combine all seasonings. Close with lid and cook on high for 3-4 hours or on low for 6-8 hours.
SLOW COOKER PESTO CHICKEN THIGHS
This recipe is quick and easy!! You just add the ingredients and go!! My husband loves this recipe and he is a very picky eater!! The leftover sauce make a great topping for mashed potatoes or a wonderful stock for soup!
Provided by princess1479
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 6h5m
Yield 1 chicken thigh, 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Place chicken into the slow cooker or crock-pot. I use a 5 qt crock-pot.
- Pour chicken broth over chicken.
- Add your pesto sauce and garlic, then top with salt and pepper.
- Cook on LOW for 6-8 hours, the longer you cook this the better it is.
- Serve over rice or with mashed potatoes. You can use the sauce for topping for the mashed potatoes.
SLOW COOKER PESTO ALFREDO CHICKEN AND PASTA
Easy Slow Cooker Pesto Alfredo Chicken and Pasta is one of the BEST crock pot recipes - just dump it all together and let the slow cooker do it's magic! Creamy, flavorful, and delicious - perfect for a busy weeknight.
Provided by Camille
Categories Dinner
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Spray slow cooker with non-stick cooking spray.
- Place chicken in the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Pour Alfredo sauce, pesto, and tomatoes (undrained) on top of chicken.
- Cook on low heat for 5-6 hours (or high heat for 3-4 hours) or until chicken is cooked through.
- Near the end of the cooking time, cook the pasta according to the package directions and drain well.
- Remove chicken from slow cooker and shred using 2 forks (it should come apart fairly easy).
- Add the chicken and pasta back to slow cooker and mix together.
- Serve topped with fresh Parmesan cheese, fresh basil, and fresh diced tomatoes (optional toppings).
Nutrition Facts : Servingsize 1 serving, Calories 2982 kcal, Fat 67 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, Cholesterol 497 mg, Sodium 1896 mg, Carbohydrate 361 g, Sugar 25 g, Protein 223 mg
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