Easy Crock Pot Marry Me Chicken (Creamy & Delicious)
This Easy Crock Pot Marry Me Chicken is the ultimate dump-and-go comfort food! Tender chicken breasts slow-cooked in a rich, garlicky, sun-dried tomato cream sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights and fancy enough for a dinner party, this creamy Tuscan-style chicken pairs beautifully with rice or pasta.
Ingredients
- 4 large boneless skinless chicken breasts (approx. 2 lbs / 900g)
- 1 1/2 cups chicken broth or stock approx. 350 ml
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch approx. 24g
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream approx. 240 ml
- 3 teaspoons fresh minced garlic approx. 3 large cloves / 15g
- 1/3 cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes drained and chopped (approx. 50g)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter cut into small cubes (approx. 28g)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning approx. 2g
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
- Mix the Thickener: In a medium bowl, pour in the cold chicken broth. Sprinkle the cornstarch over the top and whisk vigorously until completely smooth and lump-free. Pour this mixture into the bottom of your slow cooker.
- Build the Sauce: Add the heavy cream, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, black pepper, salt, paprika, and onion powder to the slow cooker basin. Stir well to combine the spices with the liquids.
- Add the Chicken: Place the raw chicken breasts into the sauce in a single layer. Scatter the cubed butter and chopped sun-dried tomatoes evenly over the top of the chicken.
- Slow Cook: Secure the lid on your crock pot. Cook on HIGH for 2.5 to 3 hours, or on LOW for 6 to 7 hours. The chicken is done when it reaches a safe internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Slice and Serve: Use tongs to carefully remove the hot chicken breasts and place them on a cutting board. Let them rest for 5 minutes, then slice into thick strips. Return the sliced chicken to the slow cooker, toss to coat in the rich gravy, and serve immediately over hot rice or pasta!
Notes
Sauce Consistency: The sauce will naturally thicken as it cooks. If you prefer an even thicker gravy, leave the slow cooker lid off for the final 15-20 minutes of cooking time to allow excess moisture to evaporate.
Storage: Store completely cooled leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. The garlic and herb flavors deepen beautifully overnight!
Reheating: Reheat leftovers gently in a skillet on the stovetop over medium-low heat. Add a splash of milk or chicken broth if the sauce has thickened too much in the fridge.
Make it Dairy-Free: You can substitute the heavy cream with full-fat canned coconut milk or a plant-based heavy cream alternative, though this will slightly alter the final flavor profile.