Description
If you’re looking to elevate your weeknight dinners, this High Protein Crockpot Marry Me Chicken is the perfect choice! This delightful dish features succulent chicken breasts enveloped in a creamy sun-dried tomato sauce, making it both comforting and indulgent. With only 15 minutes of prep time, this slow cooker recipe allows you to enjoy a delicious meal without spending hours in the kitchen. Ideal for busy evenings or cozy gatherings, this dish is bound to impress anyone at the table. Serve it up with your favorite sides, and watch as everyone asks for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 small shallot, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, crushed
- 1/4 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes (not in oil)
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup blended cottage cheese
- Fresh basil for garnish
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon chili crunch oil or a pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, onion powder, and Italian seasoning.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté shallots and garlic until fragrant.
- Sear each chicken breast in the skillet for 2–3 minutes per side.
- Transfer seared chicken into the slow cooker and add sun-dried tomatoes and chicken broth (add chili oil or red pepper flakes if desired).
- Cover and cook on LOW for 4–6 hours until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- About 30 minutes before serving, stir in a cornstarch slurry to thicken the sauce.
- Remove from heat and mix in Parmesan cheese and blended cottage cheese until smooth.
- Serve with fresh basil on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg