Description
This Crock Pot Marry Me Chicken is a rich and creamy slow-cooked dish featuring tender chicken breasts infused with sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, and Parmesan cheese, perfect for an easy and flavorful meal that can be served over rice or pasta.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Seasoning
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
Sauce and Vegetables
- 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 8 oz cream cheese (full-fat), softened
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
Instructions
- Prepare the Crock Pot: Set your Crock Pot to low heat to begin warming up while you prepare the ingredients.
- Season the Chicken: Pat the chicken breasts dry with a paper towel, then season them generously with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning for balanced flavor.
- Layer Chicken and Tomatoes: Place the seasoned chicken breasts at the bottom of the Crock Pot and scatter the chopped sun-dried tomatoes evenly over the top to impart a tangy richness.
- Make the Creamy Sauce: In a bowl, combine the softened cream cheese with the low-sodium chicken broth and whisk until smooth and creamy, then pour this mixture over the chicken and tomatoes in the Crock Pot.
- Add Greens and Cheese: Add the fresh spinach over the top and sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese evenly, finishing with a pinch of red pepper flakes to add a subtle heat.
- Slow Cook the Chicken: Cover the Crock Pot and cook on low for 4 to 6 hours until the chicken is tender and fully cooked, allowing all the flavors to meld beautifully.
- Serve: Once done, serve the creamy Marry Me Chicken hot, ideally over cooked rice or pasta to soak up the flavorful sauce.
Notes
- Adjust red pepper flakes according to your heat preference.
- For a thicker sauce, remove the chicken after cooking and simmer the sauce in a pan on the stove for a few minutes.
- You can substitute fresh spinach with kale or Swiss chard if preferred.
- Ensure cream cheese is softened for easier mixing with chicken broth.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4-6 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: crock pot chicken, marry me chicken, slow cooker chicken, creamy chicken recipe, sun-dried tomato chicken, easy dinner, Italian seasoning chicken
