Dump & Go Crockpot Marry Me Chicken Recipe
This Dump & Go Crockpot Marry Me Chicken recipe is an effortless and flavorful slow-cooked chicken dish brushed with a creamy garlic Parmesan sauce, enhanced by sun-dried tomatoes and herbs. Perfect for busy days, it requires minimal prep and yields tender, juicy chicken that pairs beautifully with rice, pasta, or fresh bread.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours (LOW) or 2 hours (HIGH)
- Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes (LOW) or 2 hours 10 minutes (HIGH)
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Salt
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Sauce
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp dried thyme
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Additional Ingredients
- ½ cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes (in oil, drained)
- 2 tbsp butter
- Fresh basil or parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Season the Chicken: Season both sides of the boneless skinless chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper to enhance the flavor.
- Prepare the Sauce: In a medium bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, heavy cream, grated Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, dried oregano, dried thyme, and optional red pepper flakes until well combined and smooth.
- Assemble in Crockpot: Place the seasoned chicken breasts into the crockpot in a single layer, then pour the prepared sauce evenly over the chicken.
- Add Sun-Dried Tomatoes: Sprinkle the drained chopped sun-dried tomatoes evenly on top of the sauce and chicken to infuse tangy, robust flavor throughout the dish.
- Cook the Chicken: Cover and cook on the LOW setting for 4 hours or on HIGH for 2 hours, until the chicken is tender and thoroughly cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F/74°C).
- Incorporate Butter: About 30 minutes before the cook time ends, add the butter to the crockpot and gently stir it into the sauce to enrich the creamy texture and flavor.
- Garnish and Serve: Once cooked, garnish the dish with fresh chopped basil or parsley for a fresh herbal note. Serve hot alongside rice, pasta, or crusty bread to complete the meal.
Notes
- For a spicier dish, increase the red pepper flakes to ½ tsp or add a dash of cayenne pepper.
- Sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil bring the best flavor, be sure to drain excess oil before adding.
- You can substitute heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter sauce but the richness will be reduced.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for better melting and richer flavor than pre-grated varieties.
- Ensure the chicken is cooked to a safe internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) for safety.
- If the sauce is too thin after cooking, you can thicken it by stirring in a slurry of cornstarch and water and cooking on high for 15 more minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 650 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 140 mg
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