Description
A delightful dish of tender chicken and creamy sauce, prepared easily in a slow cooker, perfect for a cozy dinner.
Ingredients
- 6 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Fresh parsley, chopped
- Extra grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Clean the chicken breasts, pat dry, and place in the slow cooker.
- Make the Sauce: In a bowl, mix olive oil, salt, black pepper, oregano, thyme, heavy cream, chicken broth, grated Parmesan, minced garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, red pepper flakes, and Italian seasoning.
- Assemble in the Slow Cooker: Pour the sauce over the chicken, ensuring every piece is covered.
- Garnish and Serve: Cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours until tender. Garnish with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, marinate chicken in sauce for a few hours before cooking. Adjust spice level as needed and use fresh ingredients for the best taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 360 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian