Description
Marry Me Chicken brings Italian-inspired romance to dinner tables with creamy sun-dried tomato sauce and tender chicken breasts. Succulent, herb-infused protein nestled in a luxurious sauce promises delightful comfort you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
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Proteins:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Dairy and Cream:
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
Herbs, Seasonings, and Additional Ingredients:
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes (drained and chopped)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Generously coat chicken breasts with salt and pepper, positioning them evenly inside the crock pot.
- Whisk together chicken broth, heavy cream, parmesan, sun-dried tomatoes, minced garlic, oregano, thyme, and red pepper flakes in a separate mixing bowl.
- Carefully cascade the aromatic sauce over the seasoned chicken, ensuring complete coverage.
- Secure the crock pot lid and slow cook on low temperature for 4-5 hours, allowing flavors to meld and chicken to become exceptionally tender.
- Once cooking completes, gently stir the surrounding sauce, tasting and adjusting seasonings as desired for balanced flavor profile.
- Delicately sprinkle fresh chopped basil or parsley across the surface for vibrant garnish.
- Present the succulent chicken alongside preferred accompaniments like fluffy rice, creamy mashed potatoes, or al dente pasta, allowing the rich sauce to cascade elegantly over the chosen base.
Notes
- Use low-sodium chicken broth to control salt levels and make the dish heart-friendly.
- Opt for Greek yogurt instead of heavy cream for a lighter, protein-rich alternative that maintains creamy texture.
- Swap chicken breasts with boneless, skinless chicken thighs for deeper flavor and more tender meat that stays juicy during slow cooking.
- Add spinach or kale during the last hour of cooking to boost nutritional value and create a complete one-pot meal with extra greens.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 hours
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 125 mg