High Protein Crockpot Marry Me Chicken
High Protein Crockpot Marry Me Chicken is the ultimate comfort food that’s perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. With its creamy sun-dried tomato sauce and tender chicken, this dish not only tantalizes your taste buds but also ensures you stay on track with your nutrition goals. Packed with protein and low in carbs, it’s a meal that everyone will love. Just imagine coming home to the delightful aroma of this dish wafting through your kitchen, ready to serve over rice or alongside a fresh salad. Easy to prepare and even better as leftovers, this recipe is a must-try for any home cook looking to impress!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 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
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1/2 cup blended cottage cheese
- Fresh basil for garnish
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon chili crunch oil or a pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Sauté shallots and garlic in olive oil until fragrant.
- Sear chicken breasts in the skillet until golden brown.
- Transfer chicken to slow cooker; add sun-dried tomatoes and broth.
- Cook on LOW for 4–6 hours until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Thicken sauce with cornstarch slurry about 30 minutes before serving.
- Stir in blended cottage cheese for creaminess before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 48g
- Cholesterol: 130mg