Description
A creamy, slow-cooked chicken dish featuring sun-dried tomatoes, parmesan, garlic, and Italian herbs. Crockpot Marry Me Chicken delivers tender, flavorful chicken in a rich sauce, perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions.
Ingredients
2 lbs (about 4) boneless chicken breasts (or thighs)
½ cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes (oil-packed preferred)
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup chicken broth (low sodium)
1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
½ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
1 tbsp Italian seasoning
½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
2 tbsp olive oil (for optional searing)
2 tbsp cornstarch (mixed with water if thickening sauce)
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
Pat chicken dry and season with salt and pepper. Optional: Sear in olive oil until golden for extra flavor.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together chicken broth, heavy cream, minced garlic, chopped sun-dried tomatoes, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes.
Pour half of the sauce into the crockpot, place the chicken on top, and cover with the remaining sauce.
Cook on Low for 5–6 hours or on High for 2–3 hours, until chicken reaches 165°F and is tender.
Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over chicken about 20 minutes before serving, stir gently, and cook covered.
If the sauce is too thin, stir in a cornstarch slurry and cook on High for 10–15 minutes until thickened.
Garnish with fresh basil or parsley before serving.
Notes
Use thighs for juicier results; breasts are leaner but can dry if overcooked.
Searing adds depth but isn’t mandatory.
Serve over pasta, mashed potatoes, rice, or roasted vegetables.
Leftovers keep for 3–4 days refrigerated or up to 3 months frozen.
For a lighter sauce, substitute half-and-half or Greek yogurt for heavy cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5–6 hours (Low) or 2–3 hours (High)
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker (Crockpot)
- Cuisine: American