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Crock Pot Marry Me Chicken Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 3 hours 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 3 hours 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Salt

Description

This Crock Pot Marry Me Chicken is a creamy, flavorful slow-cooked dish featuring tender chicken breasts simmered in a luscious sauce of heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, and aromatic herbs. Ideal for an easy yet impressive dinner, this recipe delivers rich, comforting flavors with minimal effort.

Ingredients

Chicken

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Sauce

  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Garnish

  • Fresh basil or parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Sear the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season the chicken breasts evenly with salt and black pepper. Sear the chicken in the skillet until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side. Once browned, transfer the chicken breasts to the crock pot.
  2. Prepare the Garlic and Deglaze: In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in the chicken broth to deglaze the skillet, scraping up any browned bits stuck to the pan. Pour this mixture over the chicken in the crock pot.
  3. Combine Sauce Ingredients: Add the heavy cream, grated Parmesan cheese, chopped sun-dried tomatoes, dried oregano, dried thyme, and red pepper flakes (if using) into the crock pot with the chicken and garlic broth. Gently stir or swirl to combine and coat the chicken thoroughly.
  4. Slow Cook the Chicken: Cover the crock pot with its lid and cook on low heat for 3-4 hours, or until the chicken is fully cooked through, tender, and infused with the creamy sauce flavors.
  5. Serve and Garnish: Once cooked, garnish the dish with freshly chopped basil or parsley. Serve the Marry Me Chicken alongside pasta, rice, or a selection of vegetables for a complete meal.

Notes

  • Searing the chicken before slow cooking helps lock in juices and adds extra flavor and color to the dish.
  • Adjust red pepper flakes according to your preference for heat. They can be omitted for a milder flavor.
  • Sun-dried tomatoes add a tangy richness; make sure to chop them finely for even distribution.
  • You can substitute heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter sauce, but the sauce will be less thick.
  • Leftovers keep well in the fridge for up to 3 days and can be reheated gently on the stovetop.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/crock-pot-marry-me-chicken-recipe/