Crockpot Marry Me Chicken

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Crockpot Marry Me Chicken

This Crockpot Marry Me Chicken lets the slow cooker do the work, creating tender chicken in a creamy Parmesan sauce with garlic and sun-dried tomatoes.

Prep Time10

Cook Time6

Total Time6 10

Course: Main Dish

Cuisine: American

Keyword: chicken, crockpot recipes

Servings: people

Author: Jenna Harrison

Equipment

Crockpot (slow cooker)
Measuring cups & spoons
Cutting board
Chef’s knife
mixing bowl
whisk
Wooden spoon or silicone spatula
Grater

Ingredients

3 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 oz package Italian dressing mix
1 cup sun-dried tomatoes chopped
1 cup chicken broth
2 cups heavy cream
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
4 cloves garlic minced
2 Tablespoons salted butter
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon paprika

Garnish

Fresh basil

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Instructions

Place the chicken breasts in the slow cooker.
Sprinkle the Italian dressing mix, salt, pepper, and paprika evenly over the chicken.
Add the chicken broth, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, and butter.
Cover and cook on Low for 5 to 6 hours or High for 2½ hours, until the chicken is tender.
About 30 minutes before serving, whisk together the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Stir the mixture into the slow cooker.
Cover and continue cooking for 30 minutes, until the sauce is creamy and the cheese has melted.
Garnish with fresh basil and serve over pasta, mashed potatoes, or rice.

Notes

Please note that the nutrition estimates are just for the chicken and the sauce.

Storage

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

Freezing

Freeze the cooked chicken and sauce in freezer-safe containers for up to 3 months. Cream-based sauces can separate slightly after freezing, though they usually come back together during reheating with a gentle stir.

Thawing

Transfer frozen portions to the refrigerator overnight before reheating.

Reheating

Warm leftovers slowly on the stovetop over low heat or in the microwave using 50 percent power, stirring occasionally. Add a splash of chicken broth or cream if the sauce becomes too thick.

Make Ahead

Everything except the cream and Parmesan can be added to the slow cooker insert the night before. Cover and refrigerate overnight. Place the insert into the slow cooker the next day and begin cooking. Stir in the cream and Parmesan during the final 30 minutes as directed.

Serving Ideas

This creamy chicken is delicious served over fettuccine, penne, mashed potatoes, white rice, buttered egg noodles, or creamy polenta. Add roasted broccoli, green beans, asparagus, or a crisp green salad to complete the meal. Warm garlic bread is perfect for soaking up every bit of the creamy Parmesan sauce.

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