Easy Crockpot Marry Me Chicken
A simple and flavorful crockpot recipe featuring tender chicken in a creamy garlic and sun-dried tomato sauce, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 6 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breast halves Use high-quality chicken for best results.
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1.5 cups chicken broth
- 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 cup heavy cream For a richer taste.
- 1 tbsp finely minced garlic
- 0.5 tsp salt Adjust to taste.
- 1 tsp ground black pepper
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp paprika
- 0.33 cups sun-dried tomatoes Well drained.
- 2 tbsp salted butter Cut into small pieces.
- Fresh basil leaves For garnish.
- Grated parmesan cheese For serving.
Instructions
Preparation
- Prepare your crockpot; ensure it’s clean and ready to use.
- In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about a minute until fragrant.
- Mix in the flour, salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and paprika. Stir until well combined and cook for another minute.
- Gradually whisk in the chicken broth, stirring to eliminate lumps. Heat until thickened, then remove from heat and stir in the heavy cream and sun-dried tomatoes.
- Place chicken breasts in the crockpot in a single layer, and pour the creamy sauce over the top, ensuring they are well covered.
- Dot with small pieces of butter.
Cooking
- Set the crockpot to low for about 6 hours, or high for about 3 hours, checking for doneness.
- Check the internal temperature of the chicken should reach 165°F before serving.
- Shred the chicken if desired, or serve whole, adjusting seasoning if necessary.
Serving
- Garnish with fresh basil leaves and sprinkle with grated parmesan cheese.
- Serve over rice, mashed potatoes, or a fresh salad.
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Notes
For leftovers, cool before storing in an airtight container. It can be refrigerated for up to three days or frozen for up to three months. Thaw overnight before reheating.