Crockpot Marry Me Chicken
This creamy, savory Crockpot Marry Me Chicken features tender chicken breasts smothered in a rich tomato-cream sauce, perfect for a low-effort yet impressive weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5–2 pounds) Thawed for even cooking.
- 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes, drained and chopped Oil-packed preferred for flavor.
- 1 cup heavy cream You can substitute with half-and-half + 2 tbsp butter.
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese Freshly grated gives the best melt and flavor.
- 2 cloves garlic, minced Or use 1 tsp garlic paste.
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- to taste salt and pepper
- to taste fresh basil for garnish Optional.
Instructions
Preparation
- Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of a 4- to 6-quart slow cooker in a single layer. Season both sides lightly with salt and pepper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the chopped sun-dried tomatoes, heavy cream, grated Parmesan, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, and a pinch of salt and pepper until smooth.
- Pour the tomato-cream mixture evenly over the chicken, making sure each breast is coated.
Cooking
- Cover and cook on low for 6–8 hours, or on high for 3–4 hours, until the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) and is tender. Avoid lifting the lid frequently.
- When done, stir the sauce gently to combine any separated cream and serve topped with fresh basil, if desired.
Notes
For lighter options, use light cream or mix Greek yogurt whisked in at the end. To add depth, use a splash of oil from oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes.