Crock Pot Marry Me Chicken

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Looking for a dish that will steal hearts? This Crock Pot Marry Me Chicken combines tender chicken breasts with a creamy, cheesy sun-dried tomato sauce for a slow-cooked masterpiece that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Easy to prepare and bursting with flavor, it might just live up to its romantic name and win everyone over.

Ingredients

  • For the Chicken:
    • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • Salt and pepper to taste
    • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
    • 1 teaspoon onion powder
    • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
    • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
  • For the Sauce:
    • ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes (in oil, drained and chopped)
    • 1 cup heavy cream
    • 1 cup chicken broth
    • ½ cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
    • ½ cup mozzarella cheese (shredded)
  • For Garnish (Optional):
    • Fresh basil

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and dried thyme.
  2. Sear the Chicken (Optional): In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sear chicken breasts for 1-2 minutes per side until golden brown.
  3. Layer the Crock Pot: Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of the crock pot. Sprinkle the chopped sun-dried tomatoes over the chicken.
  4. Make the Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together heavy cream, chicken broth, Parmesan cheese, and mozzarella cheese. Pour the mixture over the chicken and sun-dried tomatoes.
  5. Cook: Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or high for 2-3 hours, until the chicken is tender and fully cooked.
  6. Serve: Garnish with fresh basil, if desired. Pair with rice, pasta, or creamy mashed potatoes to absorb the rich sauce.

Conclusion

This Crock Pot Marry Me Chicken brings together rich flavors and simple preparation to create a dish that will become a household favorite. The slow-cooked tenderness of the chicken paired with the luxurious sauce is perfect for cozy dinners or impressing guests.

Crock Pot Marry Me Chicken

A creamy and flavorful chicken dish made in thecrock pot with sun-dried tomatoes, Parmesan, and mozzarella. Perfect forcomforting dinners or special meals.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 10 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 450 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken:

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional, for heat

For the Sauce:

  • ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil, drained and chopped
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • ½ cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • ½ cup mozzarella cheese shredded

For Garnish Optional:

  • Fresh basil

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the Chicken: Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and dried thyme.
  • Sear the Chicken (Optional): In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sear chicken breasts for 1-2 minutes per side until golden brown.
  • Layer the Crock Pot: Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of the crock pot. Sprinkle the chopped sun-dried tomatoes over the chicken.
  • Make the Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together heavy cream, chicken broth, Parmesan cheese, and mozzarella cheese. Pour the mixture over the chicken and sun-dried tomatoes.
  • Cook: Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or high for 2-3 hours, until the chicken is tender and fully cooked.
  • Serve: Garnish with fresh basil, if desired. Pair with rice, pasta, or creamy mashed potatoes to absorb the rich sauce.
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