Name: Dump & Go MARRY ME CHICKEN 1 Pot Divine Creamy Meal
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 4 h
Total time: 4 h 10 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 pounds chicken breasts; 1 cup heavy cream; 1/2 cup chicken broth; 1/2 cup parmesan cheese; 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes; 3 garlic cloves; 1 teaspoon oregano; 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

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I have to tell you about the recipe that basically saved my sanity and maybe even my marriage. Okay, that is a little dramatic, but honestly, this dish is legendary in my house. It got the name Marry Me Chicken because it is so good that people say you will get a proposal after just one bite. I was skeptical at first because usually, these fancy sounding meals involve a million steps and a giant mess in the kitchen. But then I tried the dump and go version in my slow cooker. On a Tuesday when I had zero energy and a mountain of laundry, I just tossed everything into the crockpot and walked away. A few hours later, the house smelled like a five star Italian restaurant and dinner was done. It is the ultimate set it and forget it meal for those days when life feels a bit chaotic.

Why You Will Love Dump & Go MARRY ME CHICKEN – Creamy, Dreamy, Crockpot Magic!

You are going to obsess over this recipe because it gives you all the flavor with none of the hard work. We are talking about tender chicken swimming in a velvety sauce filled with sun dried tomatoes and plenty of garlic. The best part is that there is absolutely no pre-searing required. You do not have to stand over a hot stove browning meat. It is a true low effort and high reward meal. The slow cooker does all the heavy lifting to make the sauce rich and the chicken perfectly juicy.

Ingredients for Dump & Go MARRY ME CHICKEN – Creamy, Dreamy, Crockpot Magic!

1.5 pounds of boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 cup of chicken broth
1 jar of sun dried tomatoes, drained and chopped
3 cloves of garlic, minced
1 teaspoon of dried oregano
Half a teaspoon of red pepper flakes
1 cup of heavy cream
Half a cup of grated parmesan cheese
2 cups of fresh baby spinach
Salt and pepper to taste

Substitutions and Swaps

If you prefer dark meat, you can easily swap the chicken breasts for chicken thighs. Thighs stay really moist in the slow cooker and are very forgiving. For my friends who want to skip the dairy, you can use a can of full fat coconut milk instead of the heavy cream and a dairy free parmesan alternative. It will still be just as creamy and delicious. If you do not have fresh garlic, a teaspoon of garlic powder will work in a pinch, though fresh really makes those flavors pop.

How to Make Dump & Go MARRY ME CHICKEN – Creamy, Dreamy, Crockpot Magic!

Place your chicken breasts in the bottom of the slow cooker in a single layer.
Sprinkle the salt, pepper, oregano, and red pepper flakes over the chicken.
Add the minced garlic and the chopped sun dried tomatoes on top.
Pour the chicken broth around the chicken.
Cover the pot and cook on the low setting for 6 hours or on the high setting for 3 to 4 hours.
About 30 minutes before you are ready to eat, open the lid and stir in the heavy cream, parmesan cheese, and fresh spinach.
Put the lid back on and let it finish cooking until the sauce is warm and the spinach has wilted.

Prep and Cooking Time

This recipe is perfect for busy schedules because the prep work only takes about 10 minutes. You just chop a few things and dump them in. For the cooking time, you can let it go for 6 hours on low if you are out for the day, or if you started a bit later, it will be ready in 3 to 4 hours on the high setting. Just make sure the chicken is cooked through and tender.

Expert Tips for the Best Dump & Go MARRY ME CHICKEN – Creamy, Dreamy, Crockpot Magic!

One big tip to keep your sauce looking beautiful is to wait until the very end to add the dairy. If you put the cream in at the beginning, it can sometimes curdle because of the long heat time. Adding it in the last 30 minutes keeps it smooth and silky. If you find the sauce is a little too thin for your liking, you can whisk a teaspoon of cornstarch with a little water and stir it in at the end to thicken things up. Also, do not skip the red pepper flakes. They do not make it super spicy, they just add a nice warmth that balances the creaminess.

Serving Suggestions for Dump & Go MARRY ME CHICKEN – Creamy, Dreamy, Crockpot Magic!

I love serving this over a big pile of al dente pasta like fettuccine or penne. The noodles soak up all that incredible sauce. If you want something a bit different, try it over creamy mashed potatoes or even rice. For a lighter option, zucchini noodles or roasted cauliflower work great too. You definitely want to have some crusty bread on the side to dip into the extra sauce because you will not want to leave a single drop behind.

Storing Your Dump & Go MARRY ME CHICKEN – Creamy, Dreamy, Crockpot Magic!

If you have leftovers, they stay great in an airtight container in the fridge for about three days. Just a heads up that the sauce will thicken quite a bit as it cools down. When you go to reheat it, just add a little splash of chicken broth or water to help it get back to that perfect creamy consistency. It actually tastes even better the next day after the flavors have had more time to hang out together.

Frequently Asked Questions about Dump & Go MARRY ME CHICKEN – Creamy, Dreamy, Crockpot Magic!

Can I use frozen chicken? It is always best to thaw your chicken first to ensure it cooks evenly and stays safe to eat. If you want to make it extra spicy, just double the amount of red pepper flakes. You can also totally add other veggies like sliced mushrooms or even some chopped asparagus during the last hour of cooking. It is a very flexible recipe so feel free to make it your own.

Nutritional Information for Dump & Go MARRY ME CHICKEN – Creamy, Dreamy, Crockpot Magic!

Calories: 450 kcal
Protein: 32g
Total Fat: 28g
Carbohydrates: 8g