Description
A creamy and flavorful crockpot chicken dish combining tender chicken breasts with garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh herbs, all simmered in a rich Parmesan and cream sauce. Perfect for an easy, comforting meal that requires minimal prep and delivers maximum taste.
Ingredients
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Chicken
- 1.5 pounds chicken breast
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Sauce and Flavorings
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, sliced
- 4 sprigs fresh thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 8 basil leaves, julienned
Instructions
- Season Chicken: Season the chicken breasts evenly with salt and pepper to enhance the overall flavor before cooking.
- Sear Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken breasts and cook for 4 minutes on each side to get a golden-brown crust, then transfer them to the crockpot.
- Sauté Garlic: In the same skillet, add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Deglaze Pan: Pour in the chicken broth to deglaze the skillet, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom to add depth to the sauce.
- Prepare Cream Slurry: Whisk the heavy cream and cornstarch together in a small bowl until smooth, then stir this mixture into the skillet and let it simmer for 2 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Combine in Crockpot: Pour the creamy mixture into the crockpot with the chicken. Add sun-dried tomatoes, fresh thyme sprigs, and red pepper flakes for added flavor and aroma.
- Slow Cook: Cover and cook on low for 5-6 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until the chicken is tender and fully cooked through.
- Finish and Serve: Stir in grated Parmesan cheese, sprinkle julienned basil leaves on top, then serve immediately for a delicious, creamy dish.
Notes
- Use skinless, boneless chicken breasts for even cooking and easy shredding if desired.
- Sun-dried tomatoes add a tangy sweetness; rehydrate them slightly if too dry for better texture.
- If you prefer thicker sauce, you can add extra cornstarch slurry during the simmering step.
- Fresh herbs like thyme and basil are key to balancing the richness of the cream and cheese.
- Serve over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approximately 1 chicken breast with sauce)
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 115 mg
