Last Updated on October 25, 2026 by Mr. B
This Easy Slow Cooker Pesto Chicken Recipe is a versatile, set-it-and-forget-it dinner packed with incredible flavor! It’s the perfect hands-off meal for busy weeknights. The best part is how versatile it is. you can serve this simple crockpot chicken warm over bowtie pasta, scooped onto a fresh green salad, or rolled up in a wrap for a quick and satisfying lunch!
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Tender slow cooker pesto chicken served over bowtie pasta!
What really makes this dish stand out is the combination of tomatoes. The boneless skinless chicken breasts cook low and slow with rich, savory sun-dried tomatoes and basil pesto, infusing the meat with incredible flavor. Then, stirring in fresh halved cherry tomatoes for the final thirty minutes adds a perfect pop of bright, fresh sweetness to the warm sauce. It creates a beautifully balanced, restaurant-quality meal with minimal effort!
A flavorful and easy crock pot dinner recipe the whole family will love!
Looking for more easy slow cooker chicken recipes? Try these:
Crockpot Chicken and Eggplant Pasta Recipe
Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili Recipe
You may also like this: Instant Pot Chicken Cacciatore Recipe
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Easy Slow Cooker Pesto Chicken Recipe
Easy Slow Cooker Pesto Chicken Recipe
Ingredients
Method
- Combine everything in slow cooker except cherry tomatoes and cook on low 4 hours
- After 4 hours, add cherry tomatoes and cook 30 more minutes
- Serve as is or over pasta, in a salad or wrap
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