Slow Cooker Creamy Tomato Shredded Chicken
A comforting, kid-friendly slow cooker chicken meal made with tenderloins, crushed tomatoes, and a touch of cream cheese. Effortless pantry preparation without added sugars or peppers.
Prep
10 min
Cook
240 min
Total
250 min
Makes
6 servings
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Made by Rachael + Lila
Rachael created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
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Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
Notice: fullness 2–3 hours later
Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
Notice: energy + fullness later
Clearer, simpler choices
Let the recipe do the thinking
Clear steps and a complete plate mean fewer decisions when focus is in short supply—and a more substantial meal once you are done.
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Setup
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Prep
10 min
Cook
240 min
Total
250 min
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Equipment
Whisk · Mixing bowl · Knife and cutting board
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Instructions
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Next: Place 35 oz (1kg) of chicken breast…
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Place 35 oz (1kg) of chicken breast…
Place 35 oz (1kg) of chicken breast tenderloin into the bottom of a slow cooker in an even layer.
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Whisk together 2
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together 2.1 cups (500ml) crushed canned tomatoes, 1.5 cups (360ml) chicken broth, 3 tbsp (45ml) olive oil, 6 peeled and minced garlic cloves, and 1 tbsp dried Italian seasoning until well blended.
Look for: well blended
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Pour the tomato broth mixture evenly over…
Pour the tomato broth mixture evenly over the chicken tenderloins in the slow cooker.
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Cover with the lid and cook on…
Cover with the lid and cook on LOW for 4 to 5 hours (or HIGH for 2 to 3 hours) until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and shreds easily with a fork.
Look for: the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and shreds easily with a fork
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Transfer cooked chicken tenderloins to a cutting…
Transfer cooked chicken tenderloins to a cutting board using tongs, shred finely using two forks, and return the shredded meat back to the slow cooker.
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Cut 4
Cut 4.2 oz (120g) cream cheese into small cubes, add them into the warm slow cooker liquid, and stir until completely melted and smooth into a creamy sauce.
Look for: completely melted and smooth into a creamy sauce
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Cover and let sit on the WARMEST…
Cover and let sit on the WARMEST setting for 5 minutes before serving over whole-grain pasta, rice, or steamed vegetables. Store leftovers in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Allow: 5 minutes
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