Slow Cooker Marry Me Chicken
Make a delicious and easy Slow Cooker Marry Me Chicken for dinner tonight! Tender chicken in a creamy, flavourful sauce, cooked to perfection in your slow cooker.
Servings: 5
Calories: 450kcal
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Equipment:
Ingredients:
- 5 Chicken Breasts, skinless - sliced into cutlets (or 10 chicken thighs)
- 1½ cups Chicken Stock - (360ml)
- 1 cup Heavy Cream - (240ml)
- ⅓ cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes - (50g)
- 1 tbsp Tomato Puree
- 2 tbsp All Purpose Flour - (Plain flour)
- 4 Garlic cloves - finely sliced
- 1 tsp Black Pepper
- 1 tsp Oregano
- 1 tsp Paprika
- ½ tsp Chilli Powder - (optional)
- Salt - (to taste)
- ½ cup Fresh Basil - chopped for garnish
- ¼ cup Parmesan Cheese - grated, for garnish
- 10 Cherry tomatoes - for garnish
- Pasta - to serve
Instructions:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the tomato puree and flour until you achieve a smooth consistency.
- Pour the chicken stock, heavy cream, black pepper, oregano, paprika, and chili powder into the slow cooker. Add the tomato-flour paste you prepared earlier. Whisk everything together until well combined.
- Gently stir in the sliced garlic and diced sun-dried tomatoes.
- Place the chicken breast cutlets into the slow cooker, ensuring they are fully submerged in the sauce. Optional: For added flavour, you can sear the chicken in a pan until golden brown before adding it to the slow cooker.
- Cover the slow cooker and set it to High for 2-3 hours or Low for 4-6 hours.
- Once the chicken is cooked through and tender, garnish it with grated Parmesan cheese, freshly chopped basil, and sliced cherry tomatoes. Adjust seasoning if needed.
- Plate the chicken over your choice of pasta or boiled potatoes. Pair with a glass of wine and share with someone special!
Notes:
- Prioritize Quality: Choose high-quality, organic or free-range chicken for the best flavour and texture. Avoid poultry that's been treated with water or other additives.
- Tomato Substitution: If sun-dried tomatoes aren't on hand, fresh ripe and sweet tomatoes can be used as a replacement.
- Gluten-Free Adaptation: For those with gluten sensitivities, omit flour and thicken at the end with cornflour.
- Veggie Boost: Enhance the dish with additional vegetables like sliced mushrooms, bell peppers, or zucchini. Just toss them into the slow cooker with the main ingredients.
- Thickening the Sauce: If a denser sauce is desired, whisk together 1 tablespoon of corn-starch with 1 tablespoon of cold water. Introduce this mixture to the slow cooker about 30 minutes before the end of the cooking duration. Be carful when mixing, not to damage the fragile chicken.
Nutrition:
Serving: 300g | Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 50g | Fat: 25g | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g
