Creamy and delicious Crockpot Marry Me Chicken is easy to make in the slow cooker. Simple ingredients makes this a family favorite meal.
Marry Me Chicken Slow Cooker Recipe is loaded with flavor with the simple ingredients. Chicken breast is cooked in a creamy sauce with sun dried tomatoes and easy pantry seasoning to make a delicious dish.
I always love Marry Me Chicken but having a crock pot option is such a great time saver- especially after a long day of work. I used chicken thighs because that’s what I had on hand, and added a little crushed red pepper, and it was fantastic.
-Bryn
Very little prep is need to get everything tossed into your slow cooker. The results are a juicy and tender chicken breast that is full of flavor. This recipe is family friendly and there rarely is any leftovers.
Serve this delicious chicken and creamy sauce over noodles with a side of vegetables and bread for a complete meal idea. Crowd pleasing recipe that is rich and delicious. You may even like this Marry Me Butter Beans, Marry Me Chicken Soup or this Marry Me Chicken.
Ingredients
- Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts – You can substitute with boneless chicken thighs
- Olive Oil – Feel free to use other types of oil
- Low Sodium Chicken Broth – If you are out, see Chicken broth substitutes
- All Purpose Flour – You can also use cornstarch
- Heavy Whipping Cream – For a creamy gravy
- Minced Garlic – Learn How to Mince Garlic Cloves
- Simple Spices – We used Salt, Black Pepper, paprika and Italian Seasoning. You can also add in fresh herbs such as oregano or thyme for even more flavor.
- Sun-dried Tomatoes – Drain before adding in
- Butter – You used salted butter
- Fresh Basil and Grated Parmesan Cheese – Optional topping
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How to Make Marry Me Chicken in the Slow Cooker
Step 1 – Heat Oil and Brown Chicken – Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Brown the chicken breasts in the oil for 2-3 minutes per side.
Step 2 – Combine Sauce Ingredients – In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the chicken broth and flour. Add this mixture to a crock pot. Add in the minced garlic, salt, pepper, Italian seasoning and paprika. Gently mix to combine these ingredients.
Step 3 – Add chicken to slow cooker – Place the chicken breasts in the crock pot. Top the chicken with the sun dried tomatoes and butter.
Step 4 – Cover and Cook – Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours. Cook until the chicken is cooked through. Cooking time will vary.
Step 5 – Add Heavy Cream – Stir the heavy whipping cream into the crock pot. Stir in for the last 60 minutes if cooking on low or 30 minutes if cooking on higher.
Step 6 – Serve with pasta and enjoy – Serve this juicy chicken warm over pasta topped with the fresh basil and grated parmesan cheese. Enjoy!
Crock Pot Marry Me Chicken
Ingredients
- 6 Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts
- 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
- 1 ½ cups Chicken Broth
- 3 Tablespoons All Purpose Flour
- 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream
- 1 Tablespoon Minced Garlic
- ½ teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- ⅓ cup Sun Dried Tomatoes (drained)
- 2 Tablespoons Salted Butter
- Fresh Basil (optional for garnish)
- Grated Parmesan Cheese (optional for garnish)
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Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Brown the chicken breasts in the oil for 2-3 minutes per side.
- In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the chicken broth and flour. Add this mixture to a crock pot. Add in the minced garlic, salt, pepper, Italian seasoning and paprika. Gently mix to combine these ingredients.
- Place the chicken breasts in the crock pot and top the chicken with the sun dried tomatoes and butter. Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-3.5 hours until the chicken is cooked through. Stir the heavy whipping cream into the crock pot for the last 60 minutes if cooking on low or 30 minutes if cooking on higher.
- Serve warm over pasta topped with the fresh basil and grated parmesan cheese. Enjoy!
Recipe Notes
Variations Ideas
- Chicken – You can easily use boneless skinless chicken thighs in this recipe instead of chicken breasts if you prefer.
- Heat – If you like to add in some extra flavor or heat to the sauce, sprinkle in some cayenne pepper or add in ½ teaspoon of red pepper flakes.
- Lower Fat – If you would like to reduce the fat, use half and half instead of heavy cream.
- Chicken Broth – We used Chicken broth in this recipe, but you can also use chicken stock.
- Cauliflower Rice – Instead of serving with pasta, this creamy chicken would be delicious with rice. You can serve it with white rice, low-carb cauliflower rice, or brown rice.
- Spinach – For delicious variation, mix in fresh baby spinach towards the end of cooking time.
Nutrition Facts
What to Serve with Marry Me Chicken
- Pasta – We served our creamy chicken with spaghetti noodles, but you can use any type of noodles you prefer.
- Toppings – Don’t forger the toppings. We love to top our with grated parmesan cheese or mozzarella cheese.
- Salads – This is meal is hearty and delicious meal so you can easily serve it with a salad loaded with vegetables.
- Roasted Veggies – For an easy side, roast some broccoli, Oven Roasted Green Beans or asparagus.
- Garlic Bread – We love this easy garlic bread recipe. It is perfect to give every last drop of the creamy sauce.
- Potatoes – Serve this cream chicken over Best Mashed Potatoes for delicious flavor.
Can I Make Marry Me Chicken in the Skillet?
Yes, you can definitely prepare this recipe in a pan instead of a slow cooker.
- Flour chicken and cook in a skillet on the stovetop over medium heat.
- Once chicken is brown, remove chicken from skillet and cook the other ingredients.
- Heat the broth, heavy cream and the seasoning together.
- Add the chicken back to the skillet and simmer.
- Serve and enjoy with pasta or rice.
This is a delicious way to cook the Marry Me Chicken.
Frequently Asked Questions
The reason this delicious chicken is called Marry Me Chicken is because of the ingredients. All the ingredients combine together perfectly making it marry one another recipe.
Some say it is because that once you make this delicious recipe for a loved one that they will propose. Either way you look at it, your family will be pleased.
If you want a thicker sauce, you can leave the lid off the slow cooker for a few minutes. This usually results in the sauce getting thicker.
You can also reduce the amount of chicken broth you add and this should help with thickening the sauce.
Store the leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Place room temperature leftovers in a freezer safe container. If stored properly the leftovers will stay fresh for up to 3 months.
When you are ready to serve, thaw ingredients in the refrigerator overnight. Reheat leftovers in the microwave for a delicious meal.
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If you make Crockpot Marry Me Chicken Recipe, please leave us a star review. We love hearing from you!
This was the best recipe that I have tried yet there’s a lot of Marry me this and that all over the Internet this one however surprised me. It was actually very tasty. My whole family liked it.
I love this recipe! It was the perfect ending for a busy Friday, made the evening more relaxing, having a good dinner already made! Thankyou!
Ginger – Wahoo! I’m so happy to hear this!
I have made this recipe and my whole family loves it!!!
Theresa – I’m so happy to hear this. Thanks for leaving a comment.
This looks amazing! Can’t wait to make it
Thank you! I hope you enjoy it.
I haven’t tried this one yet. This does look really yummy, can’t wait to try this recipe out!
Will make it with half n half to cut the richness but anytime sun dried tomatoes are used, I’m in!
Cindy – So glad you plan to try it. Let me know how it turns out.
I tried a different marry me chicken recipe but this one sounds so much more flavorful! I can’t wait to try it!!
I hope you love it! Let me know if you have any questions.
This recipe is so delicious and easy!!
Thank you!
Tess
Tess – I’m so glad to hear this. Thank you so much!
thank you so much for this recipe! my husband usually only eats dark meat, but totally loves this dinner! I will be making it again!
Dawn – I’m so happy to hear. Thank you!
I made this not long ago for me and my husband. It was fantastic. He said to keep it on rotation!!!
Sherri – That’s awesome! Thanks for letting us know.
Will definitely make it in a skillet. Looks delicious ?
This is the best! My kids don’t like the “spice” so I have leftovers! A good recipe for all seasons!
Thank you! I’m so glad you enjoyed it.
Wow!!! Only a few very easy steps and it’s in the crock pot. Can’t wait to try it.
Vicki – I’m excited you plan to try it!
Looks yummy.
Thank you so much!
Sounds easy and delicious!!
Michelle – Thank you so much!
This is so easy in the crockpot- still delicious too!
Shelley
Shelley – Thank you for sharing your feedback! I’m glad you enjoyed it.
I’ve had this, it is very good!
Thank you, Glynda! I’m so happy to hear this!
Just my husband and I. Very flavorful. It’s nice to have leftovers for the next day or feed our young neighbor who is a new grad from nursing school.
Hope you enjoy the leftovers and congrats to your neighbor! You are so kind to share with them!
I have never had the Marry Me Chicken. I have got to make it soon!!!
I see this recipe pop up everywhere so often, and cannot believe I’ve yet to try it.
I have saved your recipe today and plan to make it very soon!!
I’m so glad you saved it! Let me know how it turns out.
This Marry Me Chicken recipe is delicious! The recipe is so easy to follow and I like that the ingredients are easy to find. Thank you for sharing.
Sheila – You’re very welcome. I’m so glad you enjoyed it.
I haven’t tried this yet. Will put it on the list to try soon. My family loves chicken!
Joyce – I hope you enjoy it!
This sounds so good….and easy. I’dlike to try it!!
Alice – Let me know what you think once you try it. Hope you enjoy!
That looks like it will be a hit with my hubby. Thanks.
Looks good!
Thank you so much!
This is one of my FAVORITE recipes! So much flavor, and so easy to put together. I never have cayenne pepper, but I always have creole seasoning, so I added a little of that in for extra heat. We love it over cauliflower rice! Thank you for this recipe!
You’re so welcome! I’m so happy to hear you love it.
looks great
Thank you so much!
I can’t wait to try this one. Thank you
You’re welcome. I hope you enjoy.
5 stars all the way around!
I have made this so many times and it’s one of our favorite go-to recipes. So easy and full of flavor.
Maggie – Thank you SO much! I’m thrilled to hear this.
This recipe is delicious, I have to make it without cheese.
We are lactose intolerant, but this looks yummy!
You could try making it with a dairy-free heavy cream alternative and dairy-free Parmesan. The flavor and texture may be slightly different, so be sure to choose products that you already enjoy.
First time making it and my family loved it! Thx
I’m so happy to hear! Thanks for leaving a comment.
First time I made it and family loved it! Thx
Val – Thank you for taking the time to leave feedback. I’m so happy to hear this!
I plan on making this next week. Fingers crossed!
David – Let me know how it turns out!
I plan on making this next wee. Fingers crossed!
Hope you love it!
This is family winner all the time! We love it in my household.
Thank you so much! I’m so happy to hear this.
This recipe sounds delicious! I can’t wait to make it.
Kim – Hope you enjoy it! Thanks for leaving a comment.
Anything with sundried tomatoes is a “yes” for me!! Trying this this week!! Have all the ingredients-yeah!
One of my favorites!
MAKING THIS SOON !!!
I’m so glad to hear!
Love this idea! Cant wait to try! Thanks for the substitute options, too. Makes it even easier!
You’re so welcome. I’m glad you found the options helpful.
There are so many “marry me” recipes out there but you can’t go wrong putting it in a crockpot. This sounds ? delicious ?!
Swore I’d never get married again – but this name says it all! Fabulous recipe! I substitute for lactose-intolerance…and it is divine!
Jan – I’m so glad you enjoyed it!
Love this recipe. So easy and so delicious!
Laura – Thank you! I’m so glad you found it easy and delicious!
This recipe is so delicious, I’ve cooked it on the stove and in the crockpot
Sounds delicious! Will give it a try!
Have never had sun dried tomatoes. Will try this only because I trust you. That is why only 4 stars.
Sounds intriguing. If i get engaged I will let you know
I love marry me chicken! Going to try this crockpot recipe!
This looks so good, im saving for a cold fall night to try
Ron – Thank you! Perfect for Fall!
I love love love this recipe it’s delicious.
Thanks so much! I appreciate your kind comment.
I love ALL of your crockpot videos. They are what I use the most!
Cheryl – Thank you so much! You made my day!
I’ve made this before the traditional way now finding out that I can use it as a crockpot meal makes my life a lot easier. Thank you so much. This is so good. I’m gonna give it a try soon.
I’m so glad! It is great for busy nights!
I put this over rice. So delicious! I fixed it for my sister, she liked it too. A lot!
So glad you and your sister enjoyed it!
Tastes like I spent forever in the kitchen! Thanks!
Marry me, indeed! All that deliciousness ready to go when I get home after a day in the office? Yes, please.
Katie – I’m so glad you love it! Thanks for leaving a comment.
This is our favorite meal for special occasions…simple but so elegant.
Barb – I’m so happy to hear this! I’m glad you love it!
This is definitely my NEXT NEW FAVORITE recipe!! I can’t wait to cook this for my family to try ?! I will surely update you after I cook this. It looks delicious and just reading the recipe, my taste buds are watering!
Jenny – Let me know what you think! So glad you are trying it.
Most excellent. This “marry me chicken ” will become a regular at our home.
Wahoo! Thanks for letting me know. That’s great!
This is on my list of dinners for the week. Can’t wait.
Michelle – I’m so glad you plan to try it. Thanks for leaving a comment.
So happy to find this recipe and cook it for my family ?
Thanks, Linda! I appreciate you leaving a comment.
Love marry me chicken and super excited to find a crockpot version!
Thanks! I hope you enjoy making it in the slow cooker!
Marry me anything is so good! But especially the chicken. It’s so delicious in the crockpot. My husband was obsessed with this recipe when I made it. I got a lot of compliments
Love sun-dried tomatoes !
We do too! Hope you enjoy.
I love how simple this is. I can’t wait to try it! Sounds so good!
Wonderful very filling
Thank you so much!
This sauce sounds delicious. Going to serve this over rice.
Julia – Thank you! Sounds great with rice!
I am going to try this recipe in the crockpot. Thanks for sharing it with me. I am going to follow it and the serve over cauliflower rice, Sounds yummy.
Can’t wait to try this rich looking recipe.
This sounds amazing
Chrissy – Thank you so much!
This sounds so Good! I can’t wait to make it!
I made the recipe exactly as it was written and it was very good. I am not sure I like the texture of sundried tomatoes but I do like the flavor. It is just fine for me to cook with them and then eat around them or remove them. I will definitely make this again. I prefer rice to pasta so next time I will serve it over rice. I also would try it with mashed potatoes.
So glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for your feedback and ideas!
This would be good if you had a lil extra time for sure.
Michelle – The crockpot makes it so easy for sure! Thanks for commenting.
So easy and delicious!!! Love all of your recipes and especially all things crockpot!!
Thanks so much! I appreciate this!
This is my favorite crock pot recipe!! My family loves when I make this for dinner and I have 2 really picky eaters and they really love when I make this dish. Thank you so much for the recipe!!
Danielle – I’m so glad that even the picky eaters love it! Thanks for leaving a comment.
Yummy this looks amazing ???
Thank you, Audrey! It’s so creamy and delicious. I hope you try it soon!
I can’t wait to try this
Linda – Hope you enjoy!
Anxious to try this recipe soon!!!
Thank you
Yummy..I can’t wait to try this..Thanks for another good idea.
I’m excited you plan to try it! Thank you, Peggy!
Thank you for your great recipes. This is my next one to make.
Thank you so much, Monica! I hope you enjoy the Marry Me Chicken—it’s always a favorite!
I would probably use diced tomatoes instead of the sundried tomatoes
I haven’t tried this version but I love this slow cooker option.
I hope you give this version a try! The slow cooker makes it so easy.
Delicious
Even my picky eaters loved it
I’m so glad everyone enjoyed it! It’s always a win when the picky eaters love it, too.
I haven’t made this yet, but i will probably remove the skin from bone-in thighs since they are less expensive than boneless. I also might use canned diced tomatoes to keep the cost down. Simple recipe that looks really good!!!!
Will definitely try to make this but cut back on cream. I will probably also sub in diced tomatoes instead of sun dried ones because family prefers that.
This looks yummy! Can’t wait to make it! Thank you! 🙂
Haven’t made this yet but drooling reading recipe! Can’t wait to make it?
Tracey – I’m so glad! Let me know what you think!
In a world full of “marry me” recipes, this one is just as good and by far the easiest!
I’m so glad you enjoyed it!
Great taste and so easy to make. Perfect every time I have made it
We have made this, but not in the crockpot yet! Going for it this week!
This sounds really good and I’m putting it on my list to try it out. I like the different options for lower calories and carbs
I’m so glad you found the options helpful! Let me know how it turns out!
I have this saved. I have to try this one out.
So glad you plan to try it! Let me know how it turns out!
The Merry Me Chicken was a 10 out of 10 in my book! I live alone so I froze the leftovers. Such wonderful flavors! Thanks so much!
Howie
Thank you so much! Love that you have more in the freezer for later!
Just looking at the photo makes me want to make this immediately!! Thank for sharing this recipe it is going on my soon to make list..
Jason – I’m so glad you plan to try it!
Looks yummy! I’m going to have to try this!
Susan – I hope you love it!
I have done four chicken breast in a crockpot. How do you do 12 chicken breast? my husband, and I was amazed on how good and tasty this was! i’m having a family of four coming over in a few weeks and would love to make this doing 12 chicken breast!!
I’m so glad you both loved it! ? For 12 chicken breasts, I recommend using 2 slow cookers or making two separate batches so the chicken cooks evenly. Overfilling a slow cooker can lead to uneven cooking. I hope your family enjoys it just as much!
Hello, about how many pounds of chicken do you use? Thank you!
Alexa – About 1 1/2- 2 pounds of chicken is generally what I use when I make this recipe. I hope you try it out and that you enjoy it!
So good!
Thank you, Kim! So glad you loved it.
Very delicious but can you use cornstarch and have it come out the same? Thanks!
Yes, cornstarch should work instead of flour in this recipe. Thank you so much for the positive review!
Do you think I could make this gluten free by swapping out the flour for cornstarch?
Yes or you can use gluten free 1 to 1 flour and that will work great!
I always love Marry Me Chicken but having a crock pot option is such a great time saver- especially after a long day of work. I used chicken thighs because that’s what I had on hand, and added a little crushed red pepper, and it was fantastic.
This is quickly becoming a family favorite. It’s only my husband and myself, so I only make 4 breasts, and we eat eat twice. It’s so delicious the only thing different I do is I add fresh mushrooms, they go great if you like them.
I’m so glad to hear this Michelle – Thank you for sharing!
Thank you for updating the nutritional info! We try to get lots of good protein in our diet & this recipe is awesome AND tastes great for leftovers (I double the recipe always!)
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Hi, love the recipe!
Just wondering about the nutrition facts-it says ea serving is 2g protein. Is that a typo? How with 6 chicken breasts would think more like 15-20g protein per serving? Maybe I misread something?
Thanks!
Yes, you’re correct that was an error in the nutritional information. This meal has 27 grams of protein per serving and I have corrected it in the recipe card. Thank you!
Great recipe and everyone loved it. I halved lengthwise then pounded the chicken breasts because they were thick.
This recipe is amazing! Quick question: if I want to make a lot of pasta for it, would you recommend doubling the sauce portion? Thank you!
Yes, I would double the sauce to make sure that there is plenty for your pasta.
Would I cook for 6-7 hours in a 7 quart crock pot?
Yes, that will work great.
Delicious and easy! I added kale at the end and used half and half instead of heavy cream and grape tomatoes instead of sun dried tomatoes because that’s what we had and it still turned out great! Thanks for the crockpot version of this yummy dish!
Can I sub almond flour for the all-purpose flour?
Yes that should work
Just made this for my husband and I and it is DELISH!! Perfection. Going in my recipe cards and looking forward to making this a million more times. Thank you!!
I’m so glad you enjoyed it – Thanks for sharing!
so what if i added the heavy cream right away? ???
That will be ok.
Wonderful recipe! I browned the chicken dredged in seasoned flour. Instead of heavy cream, I used cream cheese. A fantastic recipe, and so easy! Thank you!!
Do you think this recipe could be made in the Instant Pot?
Yes, you can brown the chicken breasts on the sauté setting of the instant pot. Clean off the bottom of the instant pot insert, then add in the other ingredients except for the heavy cream. Seal and cook on high pressure for 18 minutes with a quick release. Stir in the heavy whipping cream and heat on the sauté setting for a few minutes until the cream is heated through.
Love simplicity and good flavor! Always a win! Only difference is I seasoned my chicken breast to preference before searing!
So glad you loved it. Thank you for commenting!
Loved how easy it was to make! Appreciated that once I threw it in the crockpot after pan searing I just left for the day. For my taste buds I needed more flavor. So I ended up sprinkling on garlic powder, smoked paprika and some additional sun dried tomatoes at the end when I added the cream. It didn’t make as much sauce as I would have liked. I saved over rice with some crisp garlic/butter naan bread.
Thank you for commenting!
New family-friendly staple! I’d order it from a restaurant if it were on the menu. Super easy too!
Can I cut my breast into chunks instead of whole and what would my cook time be? I want to make for 12 people.
You could lower the cook time by an hour.
This is the tastiest, most satisfying and delicious chicken recipe ever!!!! The flavors come together so well. Absolutely a favorite!!