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Easy Slow Cooker Marry Me Chicken Recipe

Author: Jessica Haggard
This rich and creamy slow cooker marry me chicken will make you fall in love with homemade meals again. Tender chicken is slow-cooked in a creamy garlic and sun-dried tomato sauce that feels rich and comforting. Just set it and forget it, and come back to a delicious dinner ready to enjoy!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 10 minutes
Course Main Dishes
Cuisine American, Italian
Servings 4
Calories 589 kcal

Ingredients
 
 

  • 4 medium chicken breasts boneless, skinless
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil optional for searing
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 3 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme
  • ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes chopped
  • ½ cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley chopped for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. In a skillet over medium-high heat, heat olive oil and sear chicken for 2–3 minutes per side, just until lightly browned (optional but adds flavor).
  • Place seared chicken breasts in the crockpot of a slow cooker. Whisk the broth and cornstarch together in a small bowl. Pour over the chicken. Add the cream. Season with garlic and herbs. Add tomatoes.
  • Cover and cook on LOW for 5-6 hours or HIGH for 3-4 hours until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 °F .
  • Stir in Parmesan cheese before serving. Garnish with parsley and serve warm with a generous amount of sauce.

Notes

  • Chop sun-dried tomatoes small so they melt into the sauce more evenly and give you a pop of flavor in every bite without overpowering the dish.
  • Once everything’s cooked and the sauce has come together, give it a final taste. A pinch of salt, a squeeze of lemon, or a touch more Parmesan can make it perfect.
  • The flavors deepen after a day in the fridge, so make it ahead for even better flavor.
Serve: Serve with mashed potatoes, fluffy rice, or a bed of al dente pasta. Garlic bread is also delish.
Store: Cool completely, transfer to an airtight container, and store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days, or in the freezer for up to 2 months. Reheat on the stovetop, adding a splash of chicken broth or cream to loosen the sauce. Thaw frozen chicken in the fridge overnight before warming.
 

Nutrition

Calories: 589kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 54gFat: 38gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 149mgSodium: 874mgPotassium: 1017mgFiber: 2gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 1459IUVitamin C: 13mgCalcium: 238mgIron: 3mg
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