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Creamy Basil Chicken

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Submitted by: theroyalpuness

 

This dish can be made in the afternoon and left to cook until right before service. A simple and refreshing way to do chicken.
 

Ingredients

  • 2 cups sliced mushrooms
  • 2 medium red peppers, cut into strips
  • 1 large onion, sliced
  • 4 oz cooked bacon, chopped
  • 8 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tbsp quick cooling tapioca, crushed
  • 8 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup white wine
  • 1 lb asparagus spears
  • 1/3 cup whipping cream
  • 1/2 cup plus 2 tbsp fresh basil
  • 2 cups hot cooked orzo
  • 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese

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Method

In a 5-6 quart slow cooker, stir together mushrooms, peppers, onion, bacon and garlic. Sprinkle with tapioca. Place chicken on top of mixture in cooker. Pour broth and wine over all. Cover and cook on high setting for 3 hours. Meanwhile, trim woody parts off asparagus. Cut into 2 inch lengths. Into a slow cooker, stir in asparagus, cream and 1/2 cup fresh basil. Cover and cook for 30 minutes more.

 

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Number of Servings: 8

 

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