Description
Crock Pot Marry Me Chicken is a creamy, flavorful slow-cooked dish featuring tender seared chicken breasts bathed in a rich sauce made from ranch seasoning, heavy cream, sun-dried tomatoes, and Parmesan cheese. This comforting meal is easy to prepare and perfect for busy days.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Sauce
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix (about 1 ounce)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Toppings
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
Instructions
- Sear the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Sear each side for 2-3 minutes until browned to lock in the juices and develop flavor.
- Transfer to Crock Pot: Move the seared chicken breasts into the crock pot, arranging them evenly.
- Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the ranch seasoning mix, heavy cream, garlic powder, onion powder, dried basil, and red pepper flakes until fully combined.
- Pour Sauce Over Chicken: Pour the creamy sauce evenly over the chicken breasts in the crock pot, ensuring they are well coated.
- Add Sun-Dried Tomatoes & Parmesan: Sprinkle the chopped sun-dried tomatoes and grated Parmesan cheese over the top for added texture and flavor.
- Cook: Cover the crock pot and cook on low for 4 to 6 hours, or until the chicken is fully cooked through and tender enough to shred easily.
- Serve: Serve the creamy chicken alongside pasta, rice, or steamed vegetables for a hearty and satisfying meal.
Notes
- You can swap heavy cream for half-and-half or coconut cream for a lighter or dairy-free version, respectively.
- If you prefer spicier food, increase the red pepper flakes to taste.
- Make sure to sear the chicken first to enhance flavor and texture before slow cooking.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- For a thicker sauce, remove the lid during the last 30 minutes of cooking to allow some liquid to evaporate.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 to 6 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
