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Creamy Crockpot Marry Me Chicken served with herbs and pasta on a plate.

Creamy Crockpot Marry Me Chicken

A rich and creamy chicken dish cooked in a slow cooker, perfect for busy weeknights that brings the family together.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 540
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 8 ounce package cream cheese, cubed
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes, drained and chopped Essential for flavor
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons cold water For slurry

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of your slow cooker.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, cream cheese, heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper until mostly combined.
  3. Pour the sauce mixture evenly over the chicken in the slow cooker.
Cooking
  1. Cover and cook on LOW for 6 to 7 hours or on HIGH for 3 to 4 hours, until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
  2. Remove the chicken breasts and shred them using two forks.
  3. Stir the cornstarch slurry into the sauce in the slow cooker.
  4. Cook on HIGH for 10 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency.
Serving
  1. Serve the creamy Parmesan slow cooker chicken immediately over pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes.

Notes

This dish can be prepared ahead of time. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. You can reheat it in the microwave or the oven for best results.