This load-and-go slow-cooker chicken recipe is perfect for a busy weeknight dinner. Serve this Tuscan-inspired dish with crusty bread, a glass of Chianti and a salad.
14 ounce Parmesan cheese rind plus ⅔ cup grated Parmesan, divided
2bone-in chicken breasts1 pound each
4cupschopped kale
1tablespoonlemon juice
1/2teaspoonkosher salt
1/2teaspoonground pepper
2tablespoonsextra-virgin olive oil
1/4cupflat-leaf parsley leaves
Instructions
Combine beans, broth, onion, carrots, rosemary and Parmesan rind in a 6-quart slow cooker. Top with chicken. Cover and cook on Low until the beans and vegetables are tender, 7 to 8 hours.
Transfer the chicken to a clean cutting board; let stand until cool enough to handle, about 10 minutes. Shred the chicken, discarding bones. Return the chicken to the slow cooker and stir in kale. Cover and cook on High until the kale is tender, 20 to 30 minutes.
Stir in lemon juice, salt and pepper; discard the Parmesan rind. Serve the stew drizzled with oil and sprinkled with Parmesan and parsley.