Dump & Go Crockpot Marry Me Chicken
A simple and delicious dish featuring tender chicken cooked in a creamy sauce with sun-dried tomatoes and spices, perfect for any weeknight dinner.
Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 4 hours hours
Total Time: 4 hours hours 10 minutes minutes
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Creamy Chicken, Crockpot Chicken, Easy Dinner, Marry Me Chicken, Slow Cooker Recipe
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 600kcal
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper, to taste For seasoning the chicken
For the Sauce
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream Can substitute with Greek yogurt or cream cheese for a lighter version
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional) Add for extra heat
- ½ cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes (in oil, drained) For extra flavor
- 2 tablespoons butter Add for richness
- Fresh basil or parsley, for garnish To brighten the meal
Preparation
Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
In a bowl, whisk together chicken broth, heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, garlic, oregano, thyme, and optional red pepper flakes.
Place the seasoned chicken breasts in your crockpot and pour the creamy sauce mixture over the chicken.
Sprinkle the chopped sun-dried tomatoes over the chicken.
Cooking
Cook on LOW for 4 hours or HIGH for 2 hours.
Check to ensure the chicken is tender and cooked through.
About 30 minutes before it's done, add the butter to the crockpot.
Stir it in to create a rich sauce.
Serving
Once cooked, take the chicken out of the crockpot and place it on a plate.
Spoon some of the creamy sauce over the top and garnish with fresh herbs.
Serve with rice, pasta, or warm bread to soak up the sauce.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. You can also freeze it in freezer-safe containers for future meals. Thaw in the refrigerator before reheating.
Serving: 1g | Calories: 600kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 45g | Fat: 40g | Saturated Fat: 20g | Sodium: 800mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g