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Crock Pot Marry Me Chicken

Tender chicken breasts slow-cooked in a creamy Parmesan and sun-dried tomato sauce, perfect for a romantic dinner or easy weeknight meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 480
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken
  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Sauce
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 0.75 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 0.5 cup sun-dried tomatoes chopped, packed in oil and drained
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 0.5 tsp crushed red pepper flakes optional
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • salt and black pepper to taste
  • fresh basil leaves chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • Crock Pot
  • Mixing spoon
  • Knife and cutting board

Method
 

  1. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
  2. Combine heavy cream, chicken broth, Parmesan cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, and butter in crock pot. Stir to combine.
  3. Add chicken to sauce, ensuring it is coated.
  4. Cover and cook on Low for 240–300 minutes or High for 120–180 minutes, until chicken is tender.
  5. Remove chicken, whisk sauce, then return chicken and spoon sauce over top.
  6. Garnish with fresh basil and serve over pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes.

Notes

For richer flavor, add a splash of white wine to the sauce. Store leftovers in the fridge up to 4 days or freeze for up to 2 months.