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CrockPot Artichoke Chicken was one of the first recipes I made during my Year of WW-Friendly Slow Cooking Challenge back in 2013, and it was an instant hit. Since then, it’s continued to be a favorite for its ease and flavor.
And now, I’ve simplified it even further with this 4-Ingredient Slow Cooker Goddess Chicken. Tender chicken, tangy artichokes, and savory sun-dried tomatoes all come together in a creamy tahini-lemon sauce from Annie’s Light Goddess Dressing (affiliate link). It’s ridiculously easy to make and just as delicious—maybe even more so than the original!
It’s no surprise that Stephanie, who tried this version, said:
“My whole family loves this! It’s the perfect easy weeknight meal.” ~ Stephanie
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Only 4 Ingredients – pantry and fridge staples you can toss straight into the CrockPot.
- WW Friendly – low in calories and points while still satisfying.
- Hands-Off Cooking – just layer the ingredients, cover, and let the slow cooker do the work.
- Family-Approved – flavorful enough for adults, simple enough for picky eaters.
WW Points + Nutrition
According to my calculations each serving has 218 calories.
To see your WW Points for this recipe, track it in the WW App!
(You must be logged into WW on a smartphone or tablet.)
6 PointsPlus (Old plan)
Ingredients
Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts – a lean protein option with a mild flavor. They cook beautifully in the slow cooker, becoming moist and tender. You can also use chicken thighs for richer flavor.
Canned Artichoke Hearts – tender and earthy, they add both flavor and fiber. Frozen or jarred marinated artichokes work too.
Sun-Dried Tomatoes – sweet, tangy, and full of umami. For fewer WW Points, use the kind not packed in oil.
Annie’s Light Goddess Dressing (affiliate link) – creamy, tangy, and lower in calories than the original. If you can’t find it, use light creamy Italian or Caesar, or make your own with tahini, lemon juice, garlic, and olive oil.
Instructions
Step 1: Load the CrockPot with chicken, sun dried tomatoes, drained artichoke hearts and drizzle on the dressing.
Step 2: Cook on Low until the chicken is tender, about 4 to 6 hours.
Recipe Notes
I started by turning an oven-based recipe into one for the slow cooker.
Then to save a ton of calories and WW Points, I substituted Annie’s Light Goddess Dressing, which has 50% less fat and 50% less calories than their regular Goddess Dressing. (If you can’t find Annie’s Light Goddess where you live, you might try another brand or substitute a light creamy Italian or Caesar dressing you like.)
Moist, tender and packed with flavor, everyone loved this easy dinner.
Serving Suggestions
To round out the meal, serve with low calorie mashed potatoes, couscous, white or brown rice or cauliflower rice (if you are watching your carbs) and your favorite green vegetable or a simple green salad.
If you like this Slow Cooker Goddess Chicken, be sure to check out some of my other Weight Watchers friendly slow cooker recipes including: 2-Ingredient Creamy CrockPot Chicken, 3-Ingredient Slow Cooker Creamy Italian Chicken, Easy 2-Ingredient Salsa Chicken, Slow Cooker Chicken Marbella, Crock Pot Artichoke Chicken and Slow Cooker Caribbean Jerk Chicken
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Slow Cooker 4-Ingredient Goddess Chicken with Artichokes and Sun Dried Tomatoes
Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 can (14-ounces) artichoke hearts, drained and chopped into 1/2-inch pieces, (I use the kind packed in brine or water, not oil)
- 3 ounces julienne-cut sun dried tomatoes (or cut sun dried tomatoes into strips), (To keep the points low be sure to chose those packed dry in plastic bags not the jarred ones in oil.)
- 1 cup Annie's Naturals Lite Goddess salad dressing (or use Light Creamy Italian or Caesar dressing)
Instructions
- Ideal slow cooker size: 4-Quart.
- Coat your slow cooker insert with non-stick spray.
- Place chicken in the slow cooker and top with chopped artichoke hearts and sun-dried tomatoes.
- Pour the salad dressing over the the top of the chicken and vegetables.
- Cover and cook on LOW 4 to 6 hours, or until the chicken is tender.
Notes
(Must be logged into WW on a smartphone or tablet.) 4 SmartPoints (Green plan) 3 SmartPoints (Blue plan) 2 SmartPoints (Purple plan) 6 PointsPlus (Old plan) Serving suggestions:
To round out the meal, serve with low calorie mashed potatoes, couscous, white or brown rice or cauliflower rice (if you are watching your carbs) and your favorite green vegetable or a simple green salad.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Source: adapted for the slow cooker from this recipe at BakeSpace
Watch how Gayle makes her own low carb herbed artichoke crock pot chicken:
FAQs
Can I use chicken thighs instead of breasts?
Yes! Thighs are extra flavorful and stay juicy in the slow cooker.
What if I can’t find Annie’s Light Goddess Dressing?
Swap in light creamy Italian or Caesar, or make a quick mix with tahini, lemon, garlic, and olive oil.
Can I freeze this recipe?
Yes! Freeze leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 months.
More Slow Cooker Chicken Recipes You Might Also Like:
- Here’s another winner from the slow cooker. This incredibly easy Slow Cooker Caribbean Jerk Chicken recipe results in well-seasoned chicken with just a hint of heat for very little effort.
- Slow Cooker Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps – These yummy Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps were on my list of recipes to try, but Peter beat me to it! The ease of preparing them in your crockpot is hard to beat!
- Slow Cooker Chicken Puttanesca – Boneless, skinless chicken topped with tomatoes, garlic, olives, and capers and cooked in the CrockPot until tender. This is an easy, healthy, low carb, flavor packed recipe that was an immediate hit with everyone.
- This Easy 2-Ingredient Creamy Crock Pot Chicken Recipe couldn’t be simpler or more satisfying. All you need is chicken and cream of chicken soup to make this winner of a chicken dinner.
Hi Martha,
So glad I found your site!!! Bought your “EBOOKs” (special price), and have tried many of your recipes already. There wasn’t one that we didn’t like.
I was anxious to try this one today, although we had to use regular dressing, (no low fat available). It was worth it! We really “LOVED”!!!! Hubby had 2 helpings, and asked me to put it on rotation……maybe every 2 weeks, yet!
Between you, and a few other sites, we are really enjoying having such wonderful tasting meals, and eating healthy!
Thank you for what you do!
God Bless!
Kathy
Hi Kathy,
Thanks so much for taking the time to let me know that my ebooks and recipes are working for you and your family! It pleases me more than you know! – Martha
I dislike sundried tomato’s. Any suggestions? Will this work?
How would you change the recipe if you were preparing the dish in the oven?
Hi Devon, I haven’t tried it in the oven. I think if you placed it in a pan as directed and then covered the pan with foil and baked at 350 for 30 to 40 minutes or until the chicken is done it should work. The time will depend on the thickness of your chicken. Hope this helps. Let me know if you try it.
Hi Martha! Thanks again for the advice on cooking this recipe in the oven. It turned out great! We cooked for about 45 minutes because our chicken was on the thick side, but it turned out moist and tender and SO delicious! Thanks for helping to inspire my family’s weeknight meals! Cheers!
Hi Devon, Glad it worked for you and your family. This is one of my favorites!
Does this recipe require dry sun dried tomatoes or in oil? If I use dry do I need to presoak?
Hi Sandi, either kind will work. With the long slow cooking time you don’t need to presoak the dry ones. ~Martha
Ummm… I’m an idiot and made this with the regular goddess dressing. Any thoughts on how many WW points I should mark down? Ugh.
Jody, You’re not an idiot! The lite dressing has about half the fat and calories of the regular and it really depends on how much of the sauce you ate. I’d probably just tack on a couple of points. Hope this helps. Just remember that this dish, even with the regular dressing is a lot better for you than a burger and fries, lol. Hope this helps. – Martha
Ps can I add peppercino peppers
Not red roasted
Thoughts
Hi Michelle, I don’t see why not 🙂
I bought sun dried tomatos dried ( I guess soak & slice, did not want in oil ( I’ll add more veggies maybe & can i use chicken thighs ( boneless skinless ) thanks
I made this for my husband over the weekend. It is absolutely fabulous. I hid the leftovers so I could take them for lunches throughout the week. I did not change a thing! The flavor is amazing. I do like the idea of mushrooms and roasted peppers….next time. Thank you Martha for all you do. Your recipes are amazing.
This looks so good! If I only use 1 lb of chicken should I use 1/2 cup of dressing or will the chicken dry out? I have found chicken breasts to be a little tricky for me in the slow cooker.
Thanks!
Hi Margaret. You are right. Chicken breasts can be tricky in the slow cooker. I think 1/2 cup of dressing with 1 pound of chicken should be fine but you may need less cooking time, depending on the size of your slow cooker. Hope this helps.
Thanks Martha, I appreciate your advice.
What to use instead of artichoke – hate em, especially from a can – ewww.
Roasted red bell pepper, perhaps?
Why be rude, Beth? Simply ask for substitute suggestions? I felt embarrassed for you when I read your remarks.
I made this ! It was very delicious ! I used a few roasted red peppers along with the sundried tomatoes and added a small can of mushrooms. I had no leftovers!