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Crock Pot Marry Me Chicken, a delicious and easy slow cooker recipe, is showcased in this featured image.

Crock Pot Marry Me Chicken Easy

This Crock Pot Marry Me Chicken recipe is an incredibly easy and flavorful dish guaranteed to become a family favorite. Tender, juicy chicken simmers in a luscious sun-dried tomato cream sauce, filling your home with an irresistible aroma.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
  • 1 tbsp all-purpose flour optional, for thickening

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker (Crock Pot)
  • large skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • Measuring spoons
  • Measuring cups
  • fork
  • knife
  • cutting board
  • paper towels

Method
 

  1. Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels.
  2. In a bowl, combine the salt, pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning.
  3. Rub the seasoning mixture all over the chicken breasts.
  4. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  5. Sear the chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes per side, until lightly browned. This step is optional, but it adds a ton of flavor.
  6. In the same skillet, add the reserved sun-dried tomato oil.
  7. Sauté the minced garlic for about 30 seconds, until fragrant. Be careful not to burn it!
  8. Pour in the chicken broth and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.
  9. Place the seared chicken breasts in the slow cooker.
  10. Pour the chicken broth and garlic mixture over the chicken.
  11. Add the drained sun-dried tomatoes.
  12. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours.
  13. Remove the chicken from the slow cooker and set aside.
  14. If you want a thicker sauce, whisk the all-purpose flour with a tablespoon or two of the sauce until smooth. Pour this mixture back into the slow cooker.
  15. Stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese.
  16. Let the sauce simmer for about 10-15 minutes, until thickened.
  17. Shred the chicken with two forks and return it to the slow cooker.
  18. Stir in the fresh basil.

Notes

Leftover Crock Pot Marry Me Chicken can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat gently in a saucepan over medium heat, or in the microwave. For a richer sauce, use heavy cream. Freshly grated Parmesan cheese is recommended for the best flavor. To spice it up, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce. Serve over pasta, rice, mashed potatoes, or as a sandwich filling.