Description
A creamy, flavorful chicken dish infused with garlic and sun-dried tomatoes, perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy family dinner.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 0.5 cup chicken broth
- 0.33 cup sun-dried tomatoes (chopped)
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 0.5 tsp garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
- Red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Season the chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Transfer the chicken to the slow cooker.
- Add minced garlic to the same skillet and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant, then pour over the chicken in the slow cooker.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together heavy cream, chicken broth, sun-dried tomatoes, Parmesan cheese, oregano, and basil.
- Pour the creamy sauce over the chicken, ensuring it is covered.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 4-5 hours or HIGH for 2-3 hours until the chicken is tender.
- Adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
Serve over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread to soak up the sauce. For lighter options, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or coconut cream.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 240 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American