Slow Cooker Tuscan Chicken Panini Recipe

Name: Slow Cooker Tuscan Chicken Panini
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Slow-Cooked Chicken; 1 1/2 teaspoons Italian herb seasoning; 1 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper; 6 skinless chicken thighs, trimmed of visible fat (2 1/2 pounds); 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil; 1/2 cup dry white wine; 4 garlic cloves, flattened with side of knife; Panini; 4 pieces focaccia bread, halved horizontally (4 4-inch squares , about 1-inch thick, or 8 thick slices white bread); 1 (15 ounce) jar roasted peppers, preferably red and yellow, drained; 4 ounces provolone cheese, sliced; olive oil flavored cooking spray

Servings: persons

Slow-Cooked Chicken
1 1/2 teaspoons Italian herb seasoning
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
6 skinless chicken thighs, trimmed of visible fat (2 1/2 pounds)
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1/2 cup dry white wine
4 garlic cloves, flattened with side of knife
Panini
4 pieces focaccia bread, halved horizontally (4 4-inch squares , about 1-inch thick, or 8 thick slices white bread)
1 (15 ounce) jar roasted peppers, preferably red and yellow, drained
4 ounces provolone cheese, sliced
olive oil flavored cooking spray

1
For slow-cooked chicken, mix Italian seasoning, paprika, salt and pepper in a small cup.
2
Brush chicken with olive oil; rub seasoning mixture all over chicken.
3
Put wine and garlic in a 4 1/2 to 6 quart slow cooker; add chicken thighs in a single layer, bone side down.
4
Cover; cook on low-heat setting for 4 hours, or until fork tender.
5
Remove from cooker; let stand until cool enough to handle (chicken can be cooked up to 1 day ahead and refrigerated).
6
Remove bones; tear chicken into large pieces.
7
For the panini: Assemble sandwiches on focaccia with chicken, roasted peppers and provolone.
8
Spray sandwiches with olive oil cooking spray.
9
Grill sandwiches in a panini press or sandwich grill, or on a stovetop grill pan with a heavy skillet on top.
10
Grill sandwiches until bread is lightly toasted and cheese is melted, about 5 minutes.

573

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Slow-Cooked Chicken, 1 1/2 teaspoons Italian herb seasoning, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, and more.

Yes, Slow Cooker Tuscan Chicken Panini falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Slow Cooker Tuscan Chicken Panini

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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