Dump & Go Crockpot Marry Me Chicken Recipe
This Dump & Go Crockpot Marry Me Chicken is a creamy, comforting dish featuring tender chicken breasts cooked in a rich garlic-Parmesan sauce with sweet and tangy sun-dried tomatoes. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, this fuss-free recipe delivers bold flavors with minimal effort using a slow cooker.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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 chicken breasts evenly with salt and pepper to enhance their flavor before cooking.
- Prepare the Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, heavy cream, grated Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, dried oregano, dried thyme, and red pepper flakes until well combined.
- Assemble in Crockpot: Place the seasoned chicken breasts in the crockpot. Pour the prepared sauce over the chicken evenly to coat.
- Add Sun-Dried Tomatoes: Sprinkle the chopped sun-dried tomatoes over the chicken, distributing them evenly.
- Slow Cook: Cover and cook on LOW for 4 hours or HIGH for 2 hours, or until the chicken breasts are tender and fully cooked through.
- Add Butter: About 30 minutes before the cooking time ends, add the butter to the crockpot and stir gently to incorporate it into the sauce for extra richness.
- Garnish and Serve: Once cooked, garnish with fresh basil or parsley. Serve the Marry Me Chicken with rice, pasta, or bread to enjoy the creamy sauce.
Notes
- Chicken thighs can be substituted for extra juiciness.
- Add spinach during the last 15 minutes for a veggie boost.
- Leftovers keep well for 3 days in the fridge or 2 months in the freezer.
