Description
Marry Me Chicken is a sumptuous dish known for its rich and creamy sauce, tender chicken, and the perfect blend of spices that make it absolutely irresistible. Its name suggests it’s so delicious, it could convince anyone to propose marriage! This slow cooker version simplifies the cooking process, making it an ideal choice for a romantic dinner or a comforting family meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Additional fresh basil or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- In a skillet over medium heat, heat the olive oil and brown the chicken on both sides. Transfer to the slow cooker.
- In the same skillet, sauté garlic, then add the heavy cream, chicken broth, Parmesan cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, and red pepper flakes. Bring to a simmer.
- Pour the sauce over the chicken in the slow cooker.
- Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours, or until the chicken is tender.
- Garnish with fresh basil or parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a thicker sauce, you can mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water and add it to the sauce during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
- Serve with pasta, rice, or bread to soak up the delicious sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4-6 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: per serving, approximate
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 690mg
- Fat: 44g
- Saturated Fat: 25g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 165mg