Ingredients

1cupred bell peppers roasted, divided

2cupstomato sauce

1tspdried oregano

1tspdried basil

1tspsugar

½tspred pepper flakescrushed

5pcschicken thighs

½tspkosher salt

¼ tspcoarse ground black pepper

½cup artichoke hearts

½cup kalamata olives

Preparation

In a small food processor add half the roasted bell peppers, tomato sauce, oregano, basil, sugar, crushed red pepper flakes, and puree.

Add the chicken thighs skin side up in the slow cooker.

Add the remaining roasted red peppers, olives, and artichoke hearts around the chicken pieces.

Pour the sauce over the chicken pieces and around the edge of the pan.

Cook on high for 4 to 5 hours or on low for 7 to 8 hours.