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Crockpot Marry Me Chicken
Crockpot Marry Me Chicken is easy enough for a weeknight but still feels special, with a rich sauce that brings it all together.
Servings 4
Calories 654kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 ½ tablespoons olive oil
- 4 pieces chicken breasts boneless and skinless, about 2-3 pounds
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ large yellow onion finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 ¾ cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes drained and chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- ¾ cup Parmesan cheese grated
Optional Garnish
- fresh basil fresh
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the chicken for about 3-5 minutes on each side. If necessary, sear the chicken in batches and add more olive oil if needed. Remove the chicken and set aside.
- Add the onion and garlic to the same skillet and sauté until translucent.
- Pour the chicken broth into the slow cooker and stir in the Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, and the sautéed onions and garlic..
- Add the seared chicken to the slow cooker and top with sun-dried tomatoes. Cook on low for 6 ½ hours. Remove the chicken from the slow cooker and set aside.
- In a small bowl, whisk the heavy cream and cornstarch together. Add the cornstarch mixture and parmesan cheese to the slow cooker and stir to combine.
- Return the chicken breasts to the slow cooker and cook for 30 more minutes or until the sauce has thickened Garnish with freshly chopped basil and serve.
Notes
Slow Cooker Times
on low - 7.5 hours I did not test the Crockpot Marry Me Chicken on high. If you choose that option, cook the chicken on high for 3-4 hours, add the slurry, and cook for another 10-15 minutes or until the . Always use a meat thermometer to check the chicken has an internal temperature of 165º Fahrenheit before serving.Nutrition
Calories: 654kcal | Carbohydrates: 48g | Protein: 31g | Fat: 37g | Saturated Fat: 22g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 115mg | Sodium: 823mg | Potassium: 319mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 1164IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 675mg | Iron: 1mg