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Tomato Basil Chicken Crockpot Recipe

A comforting vegan crockpot dish featuring plant-based chicken simmered in tomato basil sauce for simple, elegant flavor.

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 360
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Plant-based chicken chunks: 350 g
  • Crushed tomatoes: 1½ cups 360 ml
  • Tomato paste: 1 tablespoon
  • Olive oil: 1½ tablespoons
  • Garlic minced: 3 cloves
  • Onion finely chopped: 1 medium
  • Dried basil: 1 teaspoon
  • Dried oregano: 1 teaspoon
  • Black pepper: ½ teaspoon
  • Salt: 1 teaspoon
  • Sugar or maple syrup: ½ teaspoon
  • Fresh basil chopped: 2 tablespoons
  • Water or vegetable broth: ½ cup 120 ml

Method
 

  1. Add plant-based chicken evenly into the crockpot.
  2. Add onion, garlic, crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and broth.
  3. Drizzle olive oil and sprinkle basil, oregano, salt, pepper, and sugar.
  4. Stir gently to combine without breaking pieces.
  5. Cover and cook on low for 3 hours.
  6. Stir once near the end to thicken sauce evenly.
  7. Finish with fresh basil before serving.

Notes

Nutritional Values (Per Serving)

  • Calories: 360 kcal
  • Total Fat: 9 g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.4 g
  • Carbohydrates: 34 g
  • Fiber: 6 g
  • Protein: 28 g

Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving, % DV)

  • Vitamin B12: 40%
  • Vitamin C: 35%
  • Iron: 22%
  • Potassium: 25%
  • Phosphorus: 24%

Additional Notes / Tips

  • Serve with pasta, rice, or crusty bread.
  • Add spinach near the end for green balance.
  • Leftovers taste better, like quiet confidence the next day.