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Crock Pot Marry Me Chicken

Crock Pot Marry Me Chicken

  • Author: Lina
  • Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes to 6 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Crock Pot Marry Me Chicken is a creamy, savory slow-cooked chicken dish featuring tender boneless breasts simmered in a rich sauce of heavy cream, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, and Parmesan. Perfect for effortless weeknight dinners, it delivers melt-in-your-mouth juiciness and bold flavors with minimal prep.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

Sauce

  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare and Sear the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken on both sides until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side. This locks in flavor and adds texture before slow cooking.
  2. Sauté Garlic and Sun-Dried Tomatoes: Using the same skillet, add the minced garlic and chopped sun-dried tomatoes. Cook briefly for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, releasing rich aromas to enhance the sauce.
  3. Combine Ingredients in Crock Pot: Place the seared chicken breasts in the crock pot. Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream. Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the chicken. Pour the sautéed garlic and sun-dried tomatoes on top.
  4. Slow Cook to Perfection: Cover and cook on low for 4 to 6 hours, or on high for 2 to 3 hours, until the chicken is tender and the sauce has thickened beautifully.
  5. Finish and Serve: Before serving, gently stir the sauce to combine any separated cream and cheese. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Garnish with fresh herbs such as basil or parsley if desired, then serve.

Notes

  • Use room temperature chicken to ensure even cooking.
  • Do not skip the searing step; it enhances flavor and color.
  • Keep the crock pot lid closed during cooking to maintain temperature and timing.
  • If the sauce is too thick or needs more richness, add extra cream or broth toward the end of cooking.
  • Adjust seasoning by adding salt, pepper, or fresh herbs before serving.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 4 to 6 hours (low) or 2 to 3 hours (high)
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
  • Calories: 450 kcal
  • Sugar: 3 g
  • Sodium: 550 mg
  • Fat: 30 g
  • Saturated Fat: 15 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 6 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 35 g
  • Cholesterol: 130 mg

Keywords: Crock Pot chicken, Marry Me Chicken, slow cooker chicken, creamy chicken recipe, sun-dried tomatoes chicken, easy weeknight dinner, gluten free chicken

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