How to make slow cooker pesto chicken (video)

Cate Misczuk

Contributing Writer

The recipe below is a keeper. Why? With 4 ingredients and the help of your slow cooker - this might just be one of the easiest chicken dishes to whip up. Great for a school night, or after a long day at the office! I love how this recipe and my slow cooker allows me not to be in the kitchen all day!

You can leave this pesto chicken steeping and filling your home with its delicious smell all day long. What are you waiting for? Print out the recipe below and impress your family and friends!

Cooktop Cove

Slow Cooker Pesto chicken

4-6

10 minutes

4 hours

4 hours 10 minutes

2 pounds chicken thighs

1 cup pesto

2 cups cherry tomatoes cut in half

2 cups green beans

salt and pepper to taste

In a 6-quart slow cooker, add chicken and pesto. Mix well, and then cook on low for 2 hours.

With 1 hour remaining, skim fat. Then spread tomatoes and green beans over chicken. Season with salt and pepper if you like. Cook on high for 1 hour.

Serve as is or with rice or pasta.

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