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Creamy Crockpot Chicken in a bowl, garnished and ready for dinner.

Ultimate Creamy Crockpot Marry Me Chicken

A rich and creamy chicken dish cooked in a crockpot, featuring sun-dried tomatoes and Italian herbs, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Comfort Food, Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Protein
  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts Trim any excess fat and cut into large pieces.
Liquids/Dairy
  • 1 cup chicken broth Can substitute with vegetable broth for a lighter option.
  • 8 oz cream cheese (cubed) Keep at room temperature for easier mixing.
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream Use full-fat cream for richness.
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese Additional for garnish if desired.
Aromatics & Vegetables
  • 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes (drained and chopped) Ensure they are well-drained.
  • 1 tbsp minced garlic Mince before adding to crockpot.
Seasoning/Spice Blend
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning Can substitute with fresh herbs.
  • 1/2 tsp salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper Adjust to taste.
Thickening Agent
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch Mixed with 2 tablespoons cold water to create a slurry.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In your crockpot, place the trimmed chicken breasts at the bottom.
  2. Add the chicken broth, cream cheese, heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese.
  3. Layer the sun-dried tomatoes, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper on top.
Cooking
  1. Gently stir to combine the ingredients without disturbing the chicken too much.
  2. Cover the crockpot and set it to low heat.
  3. Cook for about 6 hours, or until the chicken is tender and fully cooked.
  4. About 30 minutes before serving, mix the cornstarch with cold water to create a slurry.
  5. Slowly stir it into the sauce to thicken and allow it to cook, thickening the sauce.
  6. Once the cooking time is complete, take the chicken out and shred it with two forks.
  7. Return the shredded chicken to the pot, stirring it into the creamy sauce until well coated.
Serving
  1. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
  2. Serve warm on plates, drizzling extra sauce on top.
  3. Garnish with fresh herbs or extra Parmesan before serving.

Notes

Squeeze lemon juice over the chicken before serving for added brightness. Customize with additional vegetables or herbs as desired.