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Creamy Dump and Go Crockpot Marry Me Chicken Bliss

This creamy, flavorful crockpot chicken dish is perfect for busy weeknights and impresses with its rich flavors and easy preparation.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 4 pieces chicken breasts (fresh, boneless, skinless)
  • 1 cup chicken broth (low sodium recommended)
  • 1 cup heavy cream Can be substituted with Greek yogurt or half-and-half and skim milk for a lighter version.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese (grated) Can be replaced with a different hard cheese.
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 tsp oregano (dried)
  • 1 tsp thyme (dried)
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (to taste) Adjust according to spice preference.
  • 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes (chopped) Can be substituted with roasted red peppers.
  • 2 tbsp butter (for enriching the sauce)
Garnish
  • Fresh basil or parsley For garnish before serving.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Pat the chicken dry and season it generously with salt and pepper on both sides.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, oregano, thyme, and red pepper flakes until smooth.
  3. Place the seasoned chicken breasts at the bottom of your slow cooker.
  4. Pour the cream mixture evenly over the chicken breasts.
  5. Scatter the chopped sun-dried tomatoes over the top.
  6. Cover and cook on LOW for 4–5 hours or on HIGH for 2–3 hours.
  7. About 30 minutes before serving, stir in the butter to enrich and thicken the sauce.
  8. Once done, sprinkle fresh basil or parsley over the top before serving.
  9. Serve warm with rice, mashed potatoes, pasta, or crusty bread.

Notes

This dish stores well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For freezing, seal tightly and consume within 2 months.