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Crock Pot Marry Me Chicken

Let’s dive into why Crock Pot Marry Me Chicken has everyone swooning, how to make it with ease, and why it’s a go-to recipe for special nights or simple family dinners.

Ingredients

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • ½ cup heavy cream or half-and-half
  • ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (packed in oil, drained)
  • ½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Fresh basil or parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

How to Make It: Step-by-Step

1. Sear the Chicken (Optional but Recommended)

  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Season chicken with salt and pepper, then sear both sides for 2-3 minutes until golden.
  • This step adds extra flavor, but you can skip it if you’re short on time.

2. Layer Ingredients in the Crock Pot

  • Place chicken in the Crock Pot.
  • Add chicken broth, heavy cream, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, Parmesan, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes.
  • Stir gently to combine.

3. Cook Low and Slow

  • Cover and cook on LOW for 4-5 hours or HIGH for 2-3 hours, until chicken is fully cooked and tender.

4. Finish the Sauce

  • Remove chicken and whisk sauce. If it needs thickening, stir in a cornstarch slurry (1 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water), then cook on HIGH for 10 minutes.
  • Return chicken to the sauce, spooning it over the top.

5. Serve and Swoon

  • Serve chicken over pasta, rice, mashed potatoes, or zoodles.
  • Garnish with fresh basil or parsley and extra Parmesan.

Notes

Pro Tips for Maximum Flavor

🧄 Sear for Flavor – A quick sear locks in juices and enhances the final dish.

🧀 Use Fresh Parmesan – Pre-shredded cheese doesn’t melt as well. Grate your own for best results.

🍅 Sun-Dried Tomatoes in Oil – They’re more flavorful and tender than dry-packed.

  • Author: niold.com