Single Blossom

 

I’m growing herbs in my kitchen window right now, though I’m thinking of switching to cherry tomatoes once the outdoor garden stops producing. My herbs are a manageable size at the moment, but before long they’ll start trying to take over. When you’re using fresh herbs in a recipe that calls for dried, you need to triple the amount. So, for this recipe, I’d add a tablespoon each of fresh oregano, basil and rosemary, and a teaspoon and a half of fresh thyme.

 

Slow Cooker Balsamic Chicken

 

2 tablespoons olive oil

4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

1 onion, thinly sliced

4 cloves garlic

1 teaspoon EACH dried oregano, basil and rosemary

1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

1/2 cup balsamic vinegar

2 (14.5 ounce) cans crushed tomatoes

 

Place all ingredients in slow cooker in the order listed. Cover and cook on high 4 hours or on low 8 hours. Serve over hot pasta or steamed broccoli, with shredded parmesan.