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The Best Crockpot Recipes for Busy Weeknights

The Best Crockpot Recipes for Busy Weeknights Made Easy

Discover effortless comfort food with the best crockpot recipes for busy weeknights, including the irresistible Crockpot Marry Me Chicken.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Breasts Substitute with thighs for extra flavor.
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Creamy Parmesan Sauce Always use freshly grated parmesan for best flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes Fresh cherry tomatoes can be used for a lighter twist.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Fresh garlic gives the best taste.
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth Swap for vegetable broth for a lighter option.

Equipment

  • Crockpot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Start by seasoning the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Place chicken in the bottom of the crockpot.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the creamy parmesan sauce ingredients: heavy cream, parmesan cheese, minced garlic, and sun-dried tomatoes. Whisk until smooth.
  3. Pour the sauce mixture over the seasoned chicken in the crockpot, ensuring it's well-covered.
  4. Cover the crockpot and cook on low for 6-8 hours, or on high for 4 hours, until chicken is fork-tender.
  5. Once cooked, shred the chicken if preferred and serve over pasta or rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 40gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 140mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure the chicken is fully submerged in the sauce for even cooking. For best flavor, marinate the chicken overnight in sauce.

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