Description
Light Crockpot Chicken With Zucchini and Tomatoes is the ultimate weeknight dinner, combining convenience with wholesome goodness. This easy-to-make dish features tender chicken simmered in a savory sauce of fresh zucchini, juicy tomatoes, and aromatic herbs. With minimal prep time and maximum flavor, it’s perfect for busy families or anyone seeking a nutritious meal without the fuss. Cooked to perfection in your slow cooker, this delightful recipe allows you to enjoy a satisfying dinner while freeing up your evening for other activities. Serve it over rice, quinoa, or alongside crusty bread for a complete meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5–2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 medium zucchini
- 1 yellow onion
- 3–4 cloves garlic
- 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes (or 2 cups fresh cherry tomatoes)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Layer the onion, garlic, diced tomatoes with juices, olive oil, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper in the slow cooker.
- Nestle chicken into the sauce mixture, coating it well.
- Cover and cook on Low for 4–5 hours or on High for 2.5–3.5 hours until chicken is tender.
- Add sliced zucchini during the last hour of cooking.
- Shred or slice the chicken before mixing back into the sauce.
- Adjust seasoning if necessary and serve with fresh herbs and lemon wedges.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours on Low
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 297
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg