Description
Succulent Marry Me Chicken promises to win hearts with its irresistible blend of creamy parmesan sauce and tender chicken. Romantic Italian-inspired flavors melt together, inviting you to savor each dreamy, comforting bite that could seal any culinary proposal.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 6 Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts
Liquid and Cream Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups (360 milliliters) Chicken Broth
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) Heavy Whipping Cream
- 2 Tablespoons (30 milliliters) Olive Oil
- 2 Tablespoons (30 grams) Salted Butter
Seasonings and Additional Ingredients:
- 3 Tablespoons (24 grams) All Purpose Flour
- 1 Tablespoon (15 grams) Minced Garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1/3 cup (50 grams) Sun Dried Tomatoes, drained
- Fresh Basil (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning, ensuring even coverage.
- Sear chicken in hot olive oil until golden brown, creating a flavorful exterior that locks in moisture.
- Transfer chicken to crockpot and sprinkle minced garlic and paprika over the surface.
- Whisk chicken broth and flour together until smooth, eliminating any lumps for a silky sauce base.
- Pour the broth mixture into the crockpot, gently stirring to distribute seasonings evenly.
- Scatter sun-dried tomatoes across the chicken, adding a tangy and rich flavor profile.
- Dot butter pieces around the chicken to enhance richness and create a luxurious texture.
- Cover and slow cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-3.5 hours, allowing chicken to become tender and infused with flavors.
- During the final hour of cooking, pour heavy whipping cream into the crockpot, creating a velvety sauce.
- Once fully cooked, carefully remove chicken and place over prepared pasta.
- Ladle the aromatic sauce from the crockpot generously over the chicken.
- Garnish with fresh basil leaves and sprinkle grated parmesan cheese for a final gourmet touch.
Notes
- Chicken Selection Matters: Choose boneless, skinless chicken breasts of uniform thickness to ensure even cooking and prevent dry spots.
- Flour Thickening Trick: Whisk flour with chicken broth thoroughly to eliminate lumps and create a smooth, silky sauce in the crockpot.
- Cream Adding Technique: Stir heavy cream in during the final cooking stage to prevent curdling and maintain a rich, velvety texture.
- Dietary Adaptations: Swap chicken for tofu or plant-based protein for a vegetarian version, and use gluten-free flour for a celiac-friendly alternative.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-7 hours (low) or 3-3.5 hours
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 537
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 823 mg
- Fat: 36 g
- Saturated Fat: 16 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 42 g
- Cholesterol: 138 mg