Crock Pot Marry Me Chicken 

This slow-cooker recipe features tender chicken breasts simmered in a rich, creamy sauce made with sun-dried tomatoes, Parmesan cheese, and a blend of aromatic spices. It's a dish so delectable, it's said to inspire proposals hence the playful name "Marry Me Chicken." Perfect for a romantic dinner, a family meal, or a comforting weeknight dish.

Ingredients

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

• 1 tablespoon olive oil

• 1 packet ranch seasoning mix

• 1 cup heavy cream

• ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped

• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

• 1 teaspoon garlic powder

• 1 teaspoon onion powder

• ½ teaspoon dried basil

• ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes

• Salt and pepper, to taste

Directions

1. Sear the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then sear for 2-3 minutes on each side until browned.

2. Transfer to Crock Pot: Place the seared chicken breasts into the slow cooker.

3. Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the ranch seasoning mix, heavy cream, garlic powder, onion powder, dried basil, and red pepper flakes.

4. Combine Ingredients: Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken in the crock pot. Add the chopped sun-dried tomatoes and grated Parmesan cheese on top.

5. Cook: Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.

6. Serve: Remove the chicken and slice or serve whole. Spoon the creamy sauce over the chicken and serve with pasta, rice, or steamed vegetables.

Nutritional Information (per serving)

• Calories: Approximately 460 kcal

• Protein: About 40g

• Fat: 30g

• Carbohydrates: 3g

• Fiber: 1g

• Sugar: 1g