Diabetic Slow Cooker Chicken Recipes

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Diabetic Slow Cooker Chicken is a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for those who are watching their blood sugar levels. This recipe is packed with flavor and requires minimal effort, thanks to the convenience of a slow cooker. The chicken becomes tender and juicy as it cooks slowly, allowing the flavors to meld together. With a prep time of 15 minutes and a cook time of 4 hours, this recipe is perfect for a busy weeknight dinner or a lazy weekend meal.

Ingredients:

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for a spicy kick)

Instructions:

  1. Place the chicken breasts at the bottom of the slow cooker.
  2. Layer the onion, garlic, red bell pepper, and green bell pepper on top of the chicken.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir well to mix the spices.
  4. Pour the tomato mixture over the chicken and vegetables in the slow cooker.
  5. Cover the slow cooker and cook on low heat for 4 hours, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
  6. Once cooked, remove the chicken breasts from the slow cooker and shred them using two forks.
  7. Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker and mix well with the sauce and vegetables.
  8. Let the chicken and sauce simmer on low heat for an additional 15 minutes to allow the flavors to