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Easy dump and go crockpot Marry Me Chicken features creamy, sun-dried tomato sauce coating juicy chicken thighs, ready to be served over pasta or rice for a delicious and effortless weeknight meal.
Lady Maria

Crockpot Marry Me Chicken

This Crockpot Marry Me Chicken recipe is a creamy, flavorful, and easy-to-make dish that's perfect for a weeknight meal. Chicken breasts are slow-cooked in a rich sauce of sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, Italian herbs, cream cheese, and Parmesan cheese, resulting in incredibly tender and delicious chicken.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian-American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional, for a little heat
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil, for garnish
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste

Equipment

  • 6-quart or larger slow cooker
  • measuring cups and spoons
  • tongs
  • medium bowl
  • Fork

Method
 

  1. Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of the slow cooker.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the diced tomatoes and green chilies, sun-dried tomatoes, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes (if using). Pour the mixture over the chicken.
  3. Season the chicken with salt and pepper.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, or until the chicken is cooked through and easily shreds with a fork.
  5. About 30 minutes before serving, shred the chicken with two forks directly in the slow cooker.
  6. Add the softened cream cheese and Parmesan cheese to the slow cooker. Stir until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth and creamy.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  8. Garnish with fresh basil before serving. Serve over pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes.

Notes

For the best flavor, use sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil. Briefly sautéing the garlic and sun-dried tomatoes before adding them to the slow cooker can enhance their aroma. Shredding the chicken before adding the cream cheese and Parmesan ensures even distribution and prevents clumping. You can add a splash of chicken broth if the sauce seems too thick. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. The dish is excellent served over pasta, rice, mashed potatoes, or polenta.