Crockpot Marry Me Chicken
Boneless thighs in a sun-dried tomato and garlic sauce, with the cream and parmesan stirred in at the end.
Crockpot Marry Me Chicken
Course: Main CourseDifficulty: Easy6
servings10
minutes4
hours30
minutesBoneless thighs in a sun-dried tomato and garlic sauce, with the cream and parmesan stirred in at the end.
Ingredients
2 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs
½ cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes in oil, drained
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp Italian seasoning, ½ tsp red pepper flakes, salt and pepper
½ cup chicken broth
¾ cup heavy cream
½ cup grated parmesan
2 cups fresh spinach
1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 1 tbsp water
Fresh basil, to finish
Directions
- Pat the thighs dry and trim any fat.
- Measure the cream, parmesan and slurry ahead so they are ready for the end.
- Season the thighs and lay them in the insert with the sun-dried tomatoes and garlic.
- Pour in the broth and cook 4–5 hours on LOW.
- Stir the cream, parmesan, and cornstarch slurry into the juices around the chicken.
- Add the spinach, cover, and cook 20–30 minutes more on LOW until the sauce thickens.
- Serve the thighs whole or sliced, with the sauce spooned over.
- Scatter the basil over the top.
Notes
- Cream added at the start separates into grainy flecks. Keep it for the last 30 minutes.
Why Crockpot Marry Me Chicken waits for the cream
Cream added at the start separates into grainy flecks over hours. Stirring it in during the last 30 minutes gives a smooth sauce. Sun-dried tomatoes and garlic build flavor in the meantime.
The spinach goes in at the end and wilts into the sauce in minutes. It gives color and a little freshness against the rich cream.
Swaps for Crockpot Marry Me Chicken
Half-and-half works but gives a thinner sauce. Chicken breasts can replace the thighs if you check them early. Fresh basil at the end beats dried herbs. Do not add oil-packed tomatoes without draining them, or the sauce turns greasy.
Serving and storing Crockpot Marry Me Chicken
Serve over pasta or rice, or with crusty bread for the sauce. Leftovers keep 3 days in the fridge. Reheat gently on the stove with a splash of broth.
The mistake is boiling the sauce once the cream goes in. Keep the lid on and the heat on LOW.
A scoop of the sauce over crusty bread is a fine second dinner.
Crockpot Marry Me Chicken at a glance
- Prep time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 4 hours 30 minutes
- Servings: 6 servings
- Ingredients: 10, led by boneless skinless chicken thighs, chopped sun-dried tomatoes in oil, garlic, Italian seasoning
Tips for Crockpot Marry Me Chicken
Cream added at the start separates into grainy flecks. Keep it for the last 30 minutes.
Crockpot Marry Me Chicken FAQ
How long does Crockpot Marry Me Chicken take?
Crockpot Marry Me Chicken takes 4 hours 30 minutes of cooking after 10 minutes of prep.
How many people does Crockpot Marry Me Chicken serve?
This recipe makes 6 servings.
What do I need to make Crockpot Marry Me Chicken?
10 ingredients, led by boneless skinless chicken thighs, chopped sun-dried tomatoes in oil, garlic, Italian seasoning. Amounts are in the recipe card above.
