Description
A creamy, garlicky slow cooker chicken recipe perfect for busy weeknights, featuring a rich sauce with sun-dried tomatoes and Parmesan cheese. Easy to prepare and great for meal prep.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 2 pounds / 900g)
- ½ cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes (about 80g), packed in oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced (about 1 tablespoon)
- 1 cup heavy cream (240ml)
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth (240ml)
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese (about 50g)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (15ml)
- Salt and black pepper to taste (about ½ teaspoon salt)
- A handful of fresh basil, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and chopped sun-dried tomatoes. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to brown the garlic.
- Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of the crockpot. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
- Pour the sautéed garlic and sun-dried tomatoes over the chicken. Add heavy cream, chicken broth, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, and half of the grated Parmesan cheese. Stir gently to combine.
- Cover and cook on low for 3-4 hours or on high for 2-3 hours until chicken is tender and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Avoid lifting the lid during cooking.
- About 15 minutes before serving, sprinkle the remaining Parmesan cheese on top and cover again to melt and thicken the sauce.
- Right before serving, scatter fresh chopped basil over the dish.
- Serve over pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes.
Notes
Sautéing garlic and sun-dried tomatoes before adding to the crockpot enhances flavor. Use freshly grated Parmesan to avoid grainy sauce. Add cheese off heat or in last 15 minutes to prevent sauce breaking. For thicker sauce, simmer uncovered after removing chicken. Add vegetables like mushrooms or spinach in the last hour for extra nutrition. Use low-sodium broth to control saltiness. Reheat gently with cream or broth to maintain sauce texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 to 4 hours (low) or 2 to 3 hours (high)
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approxima
- Calories: 370
- Sodium: 450
- Fat: 20
- Saturated Fat: 11
- Carbohydrates: 5
- Protein: 38
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