Marry Me Chicken in the Slow Cooker
Chicken breasts slow cooked in garlic, sun-dried tomato and herbs, then finished with cream and Parmesan for a silky sauce. About 585 calories and 47.6 g protein per serving.
Marry Me Chicken in the Slow Cooker
Course: Main CourseDifficulty: Easy6
servings15
minutes4
hoursChicken breasts slow cooked in garlic, sun-dried tomato and herbs, then finished with cream and Parmesan for a silky sauce. About 585 calories and 47.6 g protein per serving.
Ingredients
2 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil, chopped
5 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
3/4 cup heavy cream
3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil, for garnish
Directions
- Season the chicken breasts with the salt, pepper, oregano and thyme.
- Place them in the slow cooker in a single layer.
- Add the garlic, sun-dried tomatoes and red pepper flakes around the chicken.
- Pour in the chicken broth.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 4 hours or on HIGH for 2 hours.
- Check the chicken with an instant read thermometer. It is done at 165°F and should shred easily.
- Remove the chicken to a board and shred it with two forks.
- Stir the cream and Parmesan into the sauce and cook 10 minutes on HIGH, until thick and silky.
- Return the chicken to the pot, toss in the sauce and top with basil.
Notes
- Serve over pasta, polenta or crusty bread to soak up the sauce. Swap the cream for full-fat coconut milk if you cannot have dairy. Keep in the fridge for 3 days. Reheat gently with a splash of broth, since the sauce thickens as it cools.
Why this marry me chicken is easy to get right
Sun-dried tomatoes, garlic and herbs flavor the chicken while it cooks gently. Adding the cream and Parmesan at the end keeps the sauce smooth. Dairy that cooks for hours can curdle or turn grainy.
Shredding the chicken in the sauce lets every piece soak up the flavor.
What to serve with it
Pasta is the classic partner. Fettuccine or penne catches the sauce well. Roasted green beans or a crisp salad balances the richness. Warm bread is welcome for the last spoonfuls.
Substitutions and a common slip
Use the oil from the sun-dried tomato jar for extra flavor. Thighs can replace breasts if you like juicier meat. Skip low-fat milk in place of cream, because it thins the sauce and can separate.
The common slip is grating Parmesan from a shaker. Freshly grated melts smooth and tastes far better.
Heat and finishing touches
A pinch more red pepper flakes at the table suits people who like a kick. Fresh basil added right before serving keeps its color and scent. If the sauce looks tight after reheating, a spoonful of warm water loosens it without watering down the flavor.
Marry Me Chicken in the Slow Cooker at a glance
- Prep time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: 4 hours
- Servings: 6 servings
- Ingredients: 12, led by boneless skinless chicken breasts, low-sodium chicken broth, sun-dried tomatoes in oil, garlic cloves
Tips for Marry Me Chicken in the Slow Cooker
Serve over pasta, polenta or crusty bread to soak up the sauce. Swap the cream for full-fat coconut milk if you cannot have dairy. Keep in the fridge for 3 days. Reheat gently with a splash of broth, since the sauce thickens as it cools.
Marry Me Chicken in the Slow Cooker FAQ
How long does Marry Me Chicken in the Slow Cooker take?
Marry Me Chicken in the Slow Cooker takes 4 hours of cooking after 15 minutes of prep.
How many people does Marry Me Chicken in the Slow Cooker serve?
This recipe makes 6 servings.
What do I need to make Marry Me Chicken in the Slow Cooker?
12 ingredients, led by boneless skinless chicken breasts, low-sodium chicken broth, sun-dried tomatoes in oil, garlic cloves. Amounts are in the recipe card above.
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