Get ready to fall in love with dinner all over again. This Crockpot Marry Me Chicken recipe is the answer to your weeknight prayers. It delivers a restaurant-quality meal with minimal effort, thanks to the magic of your slow cooker. Imagine tender, juicy chicken breasts swimming in a ridiculously creamy, savory sauce loaded with sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, and fresh herbs. It’s the kind of dish that earns its name—it’s proposal-worthy good!
We’re taking the viral “Marry Me Chicken” and making it even easier. No searing, no standing over a hot stove. Just a few minutes of prep, and your crockpot does all the work. The result is a rich, flavorful, and utterly irresistible meal that your entire family will request time and time again. This is the ultimate dump-and-go comfort food.
What Exactly is “Marry Me Chicken”?
“Marry Me Chicken” is a popular dish known for its incredibly decadent and flavorful cream sauce. It typically features chicken breasts cooked in a sauce made with heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, garlic, and sun-dried tomatoes. The name comes from the idea that the dish is so delicious, anyone who eats it will want to propose to the cook! Our version adapts this classic for the slow cooker, making the chicken even more tender and infused with flavor.
Why You’ll Adore This Crockpot Marry Me Chicken Recipe
Incredibly Easy: With just 10 minutes of prep time, this recipe is perfect for busy schedules. Simply add the ingredients to your slow cooker and let it work its magic.
Rich & Creamy Sauce: The combination of heavy cream, Parmesan, and sun-dried tomato oil creates a velvety, luxurious sauce that’s simply divine.
Perfectly Tender Chicken: Slow cooking ensures the chicken breasts are juicy, flavorful, and fall-apart tender every single time.
Versatile & Family-Friendly: This dish is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser and can be served in multiple ways to satisfy everyone at the table. For another guaranteed family hit, try this classic American Goulash recipe.
Key Ingredients for the Perfect Creamy Sauce
The magic of this dish lies in its simple yet powerful ingredients. Each one plays a crucial role in building the signature creamy, savory flavor profile.
Look at that creamy, dreamy sauce! This is what slow cooker magic looks like.
For the Chicken
Chicken Breasts: Boneless, skinless chicken breasts are ideal for this recipe. They become incredibly tender in the slow cooker and soak up all the flavors of the sauce.
Seasonings: A simple blend of salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder forms the base layer of flavor on the chicken.
Garlic: Freshly minced garlic provides the aromatic, savory backbone of the sauce.
Chicken Broth: This thins the sauce to the perfect consistency and adds depth.
Heavy Cream & Parmesan Cheese: The power duo for a rich, creamy, and cheesy sauce that coats every piece of chicken.
Italian Seasoning: A blend of dried herbs like oregano, basil, and thyme that complements the other flavors perfectly.
Fresh Basil & Spinach: Added at the end for a touch of freshness, color, and extra nutrients.
How to Make Crockpot Marry Me Chicken Step-by-Step
Making this dish is as simple as it gets. Follow these straightforward steps for a perfect meal.
Season the Chicken: Pat the chicken breasts dry with a paper towel. Season both sides generously with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
Layer in the Slow Cooker: Place the seasoned chicken breasts in the bottom of your crockpot in a single layer.
Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, heavy cream, minced garlic, chopped sun-dried tomatoes, Italian seasoning, and a tablespoon of oil from the sun-dried tomato jar.
Pour and Cook: Pour the sauce mixture evenly over the chicken in the crockpot.
Slow Cook to Perfection: Cover the crockpot and cook on LOW for 4-5 hours or on HIGH for 2-3 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
Finish the Dish: In the last 15 minutes of cooking, stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, fresh baby spinach, and chopped fresh basil. Let the spinach wilt and the cheese melt into the sauce.
Serve and Enjoy: Serve your delicious Crockpot Marry Me Chicken hot over pasta, rice, or with a side of crusty bread.
Pro Tips for Restaurant-Quality Results
Don’t Overcrowd: Ensure the chicken breasts are in a single layer to cook evenly. If you need to make a larger batch, use a larger slow cooker.
Use Fresh Parmesan: For the best flavor and texture, grate your own Parmesan cheese. Pre-shredded cheese often contains anti-caking agents that can make the sauce grainy.
Finish with Fresh Herbs: Adding the fresh basil and spinach at the very end keeps their flavor bright and their color vibrant.
Thickening the Sauce: If you prefer a thicker sauce, you can remove the chicken and stir in a cornstarch slurry (1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons cold water) to the sauce on HIGH heat until it thickens.
What to Serve with Marry Me Chicken
This creamy chicken dish is incredibly versatile. Here are some of our favorite ways to serve it:
It all starts with perfectly seasoned chicken breasts, ready to soak up that amazing sauce.
Pasta: Serve over a bed of fettuccine, linguine, or penne to soak up every last drop of the sauce.
Rice: Fluffy white or brown rice is a perfect companion.
Mashed Potatoes: Creamy mashed potatoes are a classic comfort food pairing.
Crusty Bread: A fresh baguette is essential for sopping up the delicious sauce.
Steamed Vegetables: A side of steamed broccoli, asparagus, or green beans adds a fresh, healthy element. For a more indulgent option, try these addictive crack green beans.
For a truly special dinner, start with a light and refreshing Cucumber Ranch Salad to balance the richness of the main course.
Storing and Reheating Leftovers
This Crockpot Marry Me Chicken recipe is just as delicious the next day!
To Store: Allow the chicken to cool completely before transferring it to an airtight container. It can be refrigerated for up to 3-4 days.
To Reheat: Gently reheat on the stovetop over low heat, adding a splash of chicken broth or cream to loosen the sauce if needed. You can also reheat it in the microwave in 30-second intervals until warmed through.
Absolutely! Boneless, skinless chicken thighs work wonderfully in this recipe. They may require a slightly longer cooking time to become tender, so check for doneness around the 5-6 hour mark on LOW.
Yes, you can substitute the heavy cream with full-fat canned coconut milk or a dairy-free cream alternative. For the Parmesan, use a high-quality dairy-free grated Parmesan. The texture and flavor will be slightly different but still delicious.
Yes, this recipe is naturally low in carbs and can easily fit into a ketogenic diet. Serve it over zucchini noodles, cauliflower rice, or with a side of steamed green vegetables to keep it keto-friendly.
If you want to avoid cornstarch, you can remove the chicken and turn the slow cooker to HIGH. Let the sauce simmer with the lid off for 20-30 minutes to reduce and thicken naturally. You could also whisk in a bit of cream cheese until smooth.
While you can freeze it, recipes with a cream-based sauce can sometimes separate upon reheating. If you plan to freeze it, it’s best to do so before adding the cream and cheese. Reheat the chicken and sauce base, then stir in the dairy ingredients once it’s hot.
We know you’ll fall head over heels for this Crockpot Marry Me Chicken! It’s the perfect combination of easy preparation and gourmet flavor. When you make it, don’t forget to leave a comment below and share your creation with us on Pinterest. We can’t wait to see it!
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Crockpot Marry Me Chicken Recipe
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Crockpot Marry Me Chicken: The Ultimate Slow Cooker Recipe
This Crockpot Marry Me Chicken is the easiest and most delicious proposal-worthy meal! Tender chicken breasts are slow-cooked in a decadent, creamy sun-dried tomato and Parmesan sauce. Perfect for a weeknight dinner that tastes like a special occasion.
1/2cupsun-dried tomatoes in oilDrained and chopped, reserve 1 tbsp of oil
4clovesgarlicMinced
1tspItalian seasoning
1/2cupgrated Parmesan cheeseFreshly grated is best
2cupsfresh baby spinach
1/4cupfresh basilChopped
Equipment
1 Slow Cooker (6-quart)
1 Small mixing bowl
Method
Pat the chicken breasts dry and season both sides with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Place them in the bottom of your slow cooker in a single layer.
In a small bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, heavy cream, minced garlic, chopped sun-dried tomatoes, 1 tablespoon of reserved tomato oil, and Italian seasoning.
Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken. Cover and cook on LOW for 4-5 hours or on HIGH for 2-3 hours, until chicken is cooked through.
During the last 15 minutes of cooking, stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, fresh spinach, and fresh basil. Stir until the cheese is melted and the spinach has wilted.
Serve the chicken and creamy sauce hot over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread.
Nutrition
Calories: 550kcalProtein: 45gFat: 38gFiber: 2g
Notes
Tip 1: For a richer flavor, you can briefly sear the seasoned chicken breasts in a hot skillet with olive oil before adding them to the slow cooker. Tip 2: If the sauce is too thin for your liking, make a slurry with 1 tablespoon of cornstarch and 2 tablespoons of cold water. Remove the chicken, stir the slurry into the crockpot, and cook on HIGH for 10-15 minutes until thickened.
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