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Homemade Crockpot Marry Me Chicken Recipe

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This Homemade Crockpot Marry Me Chicken is a creamy, flavorful dish made with tender chicken breasts slow-cooked in a rich sauce of garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, and Italian seasonings. Perfect for an easy weeknight dinner, this recipe combines simple ingredients for a comforting meal that delivers complex flavors with minimal effort.

  • Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

Chicken and Seasoning

  • 1½ teaspoons kosher salt (divided)
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper (divided)
  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1½ – 2 pounds)

Sauce and Cooking

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1½ tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon ground paprika
  • ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes (drained and roughly chopped)
  • 1 cup heavy cream (room temperature)

Optional Garnish

  • Chopped fresh parsley
  • Grated parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Season the Chicken: In a dish, combine 1 teaspoon kosher salt, onion powder, garlic powder, and ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper. Sprinkle this seasoning mixture evenly over the chicken breasts, coating all sides thoroughly to infuse flavor.
  2. Brown the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken breasts and cook for about 3 minutes per side until nicely browned. This step enhances the flavor and seals in juices. Transfer the browned chicken to the Crockpot.
  3. Prepare the Sauce: In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Then stir in the chicken broth, cornstarch, Italian seasoning, ½ teaspoon kosher salt, paprika, and ¼ teaspoon black pepper. Scrape the bottom of the pan to loosen any browned bits, then stir the mixture well until the cornstarch dissolves and sauce thickens slightly.
  4. Combine in Crockpot: Pour the sauce mixture evenly over the chicken in the Crockpot. Scatter the sun-dried tomatoes on top of the chicken to add a sweet and tangy flavor.
  5. Cook the Chicken: Cover the Crockpot with the lid and cook on HIGH for 3 to 4 hours or on LOW for 4 to 8 hours, allowing the chicken to become tender and infused with the sauce.
  6. Finish with Cream: About 30 minutes before serving, carefully remove the chicken breasts from the Crockpot. Whisk the heavy cream into the sauce in the Crockpot until smooth. Return the chicken breasts to the sauce, cover, and cook for an additional 30 minutes on the setting used previously to allow the flavors to meld and the sauce to become extra creamy.
  7. Serve: Garnish the dish with chopped fresh parsley and grated parmesan cheese for a fresh and savory finishing touch. Serve warm, optionally alongside pasta or your favorite sides.

Notes

  • For best results, use chicken breasts that are similar in size to ensure even cooking.
  • You can substitute sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil if preferred; just drain before using.
  • The heavy cream should be at room temperature to prevent curdling when added to the hot sauce.
  • Adjust seasoning to taste, especially salt and pepper depending on your preference.
  • This recipe is great for meal prep and reheats well.
  • Author: Chef
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 4 hours
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://avascooking.com/homemade-crockpot-marry-me-chicken-recipe/