Description

Creamy, dreamy, and unbelievably easy, this Dump & Go Crockpot Marry Me Chicken is the ultimate comfort food for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings. The slow cooker does all the work, resulting in tender chicken smothered in a rich, sun-dried tomato and Parmesan cream sauce.

Ingredients

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2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, drained and chopped
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Fresh basil or parsley, for garnish

Instructions

Arrange chicken breasts in the bottom of your slow cooker. If they are thick, slice in half lengthwise for even cooking.
In a medium bowl, whisk together chicken broth, heavy cream, Parmesan, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. For an ultra-smooth sauce, blend briefly with a hand blender.
Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken. Dot the top with butter.
Cover and cook on LOW for 4–5 hours or HIGH for 2–3 hours, until chicken is cooked through and tender (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
Remove chicken and shred or slice as desired. Stir or whisk the sauce in the crockpot to blend.
Return chicken to the crockpot, toss to coat, and garnish with fresh basil or parsley before serving. Serve hot over rice, pasta, mashed potatoes, or with crusty bread.

Notes

For a dairy-free version, substitute full-fat coconut milk and vegan Parmesan. All ingredients are naturally gluten-free, but double-check labels. If the sauce is too thin, remove the lid and cook on high for 20 minutes to thicken. For easy cleanup, use a slow cooker liner or spray with nonstick spray.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 4 hours
Category: Dinner
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: About 1/6 of recipe (approx. 6 oz chicken with sauce)
Calories: 420
Sugar: 4
Sodium: 670
Fat: 27
Saturated Fat: 14
Carbohydrates: 8
Fiber: 1
Protein: 38

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