Description
Crock Pot Marry Me Chicken is a creamy, flavorful slow-cooked chicken recipe featuring tender chicken breasts simmered in a rich sauce of heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, and aromatic herbs. This comforting dish is easy to prepare and perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner, served alongside pasta, rice, or vegetables.
Ingredients
Scale
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
Instructions
- Sear the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Sear the chicken until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side. Transfer the seared chicken breasts to the crock pot.
- Prepare the Sauce Base: In the same skillet, cook the minced garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute. Deglaze the skillet with chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom to add flavor. Pour this mixture into the crock pot over the chicken.
- Add Creamy Ingredients: To the crock pot, add heavy cream, grated Parmesan cheese, chopped sun-dried tomatoes, dried oregano, dried thyme, and red pepper flakes if using. Stir gently to combine and coat the chicken evenly with the sauce.
- Slow Cook: Cover the crock pot and cook on low for 3 to 4 hours, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully.
- Garnish and Serve: Once cooked, garnish the dish with freshly chopped basil or parsley. Serve the creamy chicken with your choice of pasta, rice, or vegetables for a complete meal.
Notes
- Searing the chicken before slow cooking locks in flavor and improves texture.
- You can omit red pepper flakes for a milder dish or add more for extra spice.
- Use fresh herbs if available for enhanced flavor.
- Serve with pasta, rice, or steamed veggies to make it a balanced meal.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently to preserve creaminess.
