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Crock Pot Marry Me Chicken

A comforting and romantic chicken dish with a creamy sauce and sun-dried tomatoes, perfect for cozy dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 540
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream Can be reduced for a lighter version.
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced Use fresh for best flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper Adjust for taste.
  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese Add in last 15 minutes of cooking.
  • Fresh basil leaves for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Season the chicken thighs with salt and black pepper.
  2. Place the seasoned chicken at the bottom of the crock pot.
Sauce Preparation
  1. In a bowl, combine chicken broth, heavy cream, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, and chopped sun-dried tomatoes. Stir well to mix.
Cooking
  1. Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken in the crock pot.
  2. Cover and set the crock pot to low for 4-6 hours or high for 2-3 hours until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
  3. Ensure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  4. In the last 15 minutes of cooking, stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and allow it to melt into the sauce.
  5. Once cooked, give the sauce a good stir and garnish with freshly chopped basil leaves before serving.
Serving Suggestions
  1. Ladle the chicken and sauce over your choice of pasta, rice, or vegetables, and enjoy!

Notes

To store leftovers, let the chicken cool completely, transfer to an airtight container, and keep in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. For long-term storage, freeze in a freezer-safe container for up to 2-3 months.