Ingredients:

  • 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs, trimmed of excess fat
  • 1 tsp sea salt
  • 1/2 tsp cracked black pepper
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 6 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil, drained and julienned
  • 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken bone broth
  • 4 oz reduced-fat cream cheese (Neufchâtel), cubed and softened
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cups fresh baby spinach, packed
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 tbsp cold water

Instructions:

  1. Season the chicken. Rub 2 lbs of chicken thighs with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika. Place them in the bottom of the slow cooker until the bottom is fully covered.
  2. Whisk the aromatics. In a small bowl, combine bone broth, 6 cloves of minced garlic, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Whisk until the spices are distributed.
  3. Combine the ingredients. Pour the broth mixture over the chicken. Scatter 1/2 cup of julienned sun dried tomatoes over the top until they are evenly spread. Note: Don't stir too much; you want the tomatoes to sit on top of the meat initially.
  4. Braise the meat. Cover and cook on LOW for 6 hours. Until the chicken is tender and reaches 165°F (74°C). Resist the urge to peek; every time you lift the lid, you lose 15 minutes of heat.
  5. Adjust the temperature. Switch the slow cooker to the HIGH setting. This is necessary to activate the cornstarch slurry and melt the cheese efficiently.
  6. Create the slurry. In a small bowl, whisk 1 tbsp cornstarch and 1 tbsp cold water until a smooth white liquid forms.
  7. Thicken the sauce. Stir the slurry and 4 oz of cubed Neufchâtel into the slow cooker. Stir gently until the cheese has completely melted into the broth.
  8. Add the cheese. Fold in 1/2 cup of Parmesan cheese. Whisk lightly until the sauce looks glossy and thick.
  9. Wilt the greens. Add 2 cups of fresh baby spinach. Cover and cook for 15 minutes until the spinach is vibrant green and limp.
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