Crockpot Marry Me Chicken (Printable Version)

Savory slow-cooked chicken with garlic, tomatoes, thyme, and parmesan in a creamy sauce.

# What You'll Need:

→ Protein

01 - 1.5 pounds chicken breast

→ Seasonings and Oil

02 - 1 teaspoon salt
03 - 1 teaspoon black pepper
04 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
05 - 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes

→ Aromatics

06 - 4 cloves garlic, minced
07 - 4 sprigs fresh thyme
08 - 8 basil leaves, julienned

→ Liquids and Dairy

09 - 1 cup chicken broth
10 - 0.5 cup heavy cream
11 - 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese

→ Thickening Agent

12 - 2 tablespoons cornstarch

→ Vegetables

13 - 0.5 cup sun-dried tomatoes, sliced

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Season chicken breasts evenly with salt and black pepper.
02 - Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook chicken breast 4 minutes per side until golden brown. Transfer to slow cooker.
03 - Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute, then deglaze with chicken broth, scraping browned bits from the bottom.
04 - Whisk heavy cream and cornstarch until smooth, then stir the mixture into the skillet. Simmer for 2 minutes until slightly thickened.
05 - Pour the cream sauce into the slow cooker. Add sun-dried tomatoes, fresh thyme sprigs, and red pepper flakes.
06 - Cook on low for 5 to 6 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours until chicken is tender and cooked through.
07 - Stir in grated Parmesan cheese and garnish with julienned basil leaves before serving.

# Additional Notes:

01 - For best flavor, use fresh herbs and allow the sauce to thicken slightly before adding to the slow cooker.

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