Description
Marry Me Chicken brings tender, juicy chicken bathed in a creamy sun-dried tomato sauce that promises to win hearts. Parmesan cheese and herbs elevate this simple Italian-inspired dish, making diners fall in love with each delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) chicken broth
- 1/2 cup (50 g) grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 cup (75 g) sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- Fresh basil, for garnish
Instructions
- Generously coat each chicken breast with a blend of salt and pepper, ensuring even coverage on both sides for maximum flavor infusion.
- Combine heavy cream, chicken broth, grated Parmesan, crushed garlic, aromatic Italian seasoning, optional spicy red pepper flakes, and tangy sun-dried tomatoes in the crock pot, whisking until ingredients are thoroughly integrated.
- Gently nestle seasoned chicken breasts into the creamy sauce, making certain each piece is completely submerged for consistent cooking and flavor absorption.
- Secure the crock pot lid and select cooking mode: slow cook on LOW temperature for 5-6 hours or HIGH temperature for 3-4 hours, allowing the chicken to become supremely tender and fully cooked through.
- Once cooking is complete, carefully transfer chicken to serving plates, ladling extra sauce over the top for enhanced moisture and richness.
- Finish the dish by scattering freshly chopped basil leaves across the surface, adding a vibrant, herbaceous touch that elevates the overall presentation and taste profile.
Notes
- Use high-quality, boneless chicken breasts for the most tender and juicy results.
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or coconut milk to reduce calories.
- Avoid overcooking by checking chicken’s internal temperature, which should reach 165°F for food safety.
- Customize heat levels by adjusting red pepper flakes according to personal spice tolerance.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours (on Low) or 3 hours (on High)
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 415 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 16 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 140 mg