CROCKPOT MARRY ME CHICKEN

4.80 from 5 votes

This Crockpot Marry Me Chicken is effortless to make! It’s a lighter version that still delivers that delicious, creamy goodness.

Prep Time15

Cook Time5

Total Time5 15

Course: Main

Cuisine: Italian

Keyword: crockpot marry me chicken, crockpot marry me chicken recipe, marry me chicken in crockpot, slow cooker marry me chicken

Servings: servings

Equipment

slow cooker

Ingredients

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 small shallot finely chopped
2 cloves garlic crushed
1/4 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes not in oil
1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon chili crunch oil or a pinch of red pepper flakes optional
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup blended cottage cheese fat-free, low-fat, or full-fat
3 tablespoons chopped fresh basil

Instructions

Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
Add the olive oil to a pan over medium heat on the stove. Then, add the chopped shallot and crushed garlic to the pan. Sauté the shallot and garlic for about 2 minutes. From there, move the shallot and garlic to one side of the pan.
Sear the seasoned chicken breasts in the pan for about 2-3 minutes on each side. While searing, sprinkle the onion powder and Italian seasoning over the chicken.
Place the seared chicken in the slow cooker. Then, add the chopped sun-dried tomatoes, low-sodium chicken broth, and optional chili crunch oil or a pinch of red pepper flakes.
Place the lid on the slow cooker and cook everything on low for 4-6 hours, or until the chicken is fully cooked and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
About 30 minutes before serving, prepare a cornstarch slurry by mixing the cornstarch with two tablespoons of cold water. Stir the cornstarch slurry into the slow cooker to thicken the sauce. Let everything cook on low for 30 minutes to thicken the sauce.
When ready to serve, turn off the slow cooker and remove the chicken. Before adding the grated Parmesan and blended cottage cheese, it's important to stop the cooking process to lower the overall heat. This helps ensure that the sauce isn’t too hot, which could cause the cottage cheese to separate. Once the heat has reduced, stir in the Parmesan and cottage cheese, mixing well until smooth. Then, coat the chicken in the sauce and pour the remaining sauce over the chicken.
Serve this Marry Me Chicken garnished with fresh chopped basil and enjoy!

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Notes

Cook On Low: To avoid drying out the chicken and for the best flavor, cook it on low in the Crockpot.
Blend The Cottage Cheese: Blending the cottage cheese is key for a smooth and creamy sauce.
Thicken The Sauce: Add the cornstarch slurry about 30 minutes before the dish is done and let it thicken on low while stirring occasionally.
Italian Seasoning: If you don’t have Italian seasoning, use 1/4 teaspoon of dried oregano, 1/8 teaspoon of dried basil, and 1/8 teaspoon of dried thyme.
Light Cream Cheese Option: For an extra creamy texture, substitute the blended cottage cheese with light cream cheese. Add 4 ounces of softened light cream cheese to the recipe instead of the cottage cheese.
Storage: Store leftovers of the chicken and sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.

WW Points: 1 point per serving using fat-free cottage cheese

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