Tender Dump & Go Marry Me Chicken in the Slow Cooker
ender chicken cooked in a creamy, sun-dried tomato and herb sauce in the slow cooker, perfect for an easy, romantic dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4–5 hours
- Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
Ingredients
2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional)
2 tablespoons cold water (for slurry, optional)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
Cooked pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes, for serving
Instructions
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Pat chicken dry and season lightly with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
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Place chicken in slow cooker and add broth, heavy cream, Parmesan, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, and herbs.
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Cook on low 4–5 hours or high 2–3 hours.
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Optional: add mushrooms or spinach 30 minutes before serving.
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Optional: thicken sauce with cornstarch slurry 5–10 minutes before serving.
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Garnish with parsley and serve over pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes.
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Tips: Avoid overcooking lean chicken; searing chicken first adds extra flavor.
Notes
Substitute half-and-half or coconut cream for heavy cream for lighter/dairy-free version; optional vegetables can be added.