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Slow Cooker Marry Me Chicken

Slow Cooker Marry Me Chicken
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Slow Cooker Marry Me Chicken is a tender, creamy, and flavorful dish featuring juicy chicken breasts simmered in a rich sauce of sun-dried tomatoes, heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights or special dinners, this recipe is effortless to prepare, yielding a restaurant-quality meal with minimal stress and maximum indulgence.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Seasoning

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Sauce Ingredients

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 3/4 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Season the boneless, skinless chicken breasts evenly with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning to lock in flavor as the chicken cooks.
  2. Add Ingredients to Slow Cooker: Place the seasoned chicken in the slow cooker. Add minced garlic, chopped sun-dried tomatoes, chicken broth, and a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes if you want some heat.
  3. Pour in Cream and Parmesan: About halfway through the cooking time, gently stir in the heavy cream and freshly grated Parmesan cheese to create the creamy, rich sauce that defines this dish.
  4. Cook Low and Slow: Let the chicken cook on low for 4 to 6 hours until tender and the sauce has thickened, developing deep, mouthwatering flavors.
  5. Finish and Serve: Taste and adjust seasoning if needed before serving. Garnish with fresh herbs like parsley or basil and sprinkle extra Parmesan for an irresistible presentation.

Notes

  • Pound chicken breasts to an even thickness for uniform cooking.
  • Use fresh garlic cloves instead of pre-minced or powdered garlic for better flavor.
  • Monitor the slow cooker during the last hour to avoid overcooking and drying out the chicken.
  • Stir sauce gently when adding cream and Parmesan to prevent curdling and maintain a silky texture.
  • For a thicker sauce, remove the slow cooker lid during the last 30 minutes to let liquid evaporate.

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