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Crockpot Marry Me Chicken Thighs

Crockpot Marry Me Chicken Thighs for Cozy Weeknight Wins

This Crockpot Marry Me Chicken Thighs recipe is a comforting, flavorful dish perfect for busy evenings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Thighs bone-in, skin-on
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream can substitute with half-and-half or coconut milk
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese can substitute with Pecorino Romano or nutritional yeast
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth check saltiness and adjust as needed
  • 3 tablespoons Sun-Dried Tomato Paste
For Aroma and Flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil can swap with another cooking oil
  • 1 medium Onion chopped
  • 4 cloves Minced Garlic can use fresh garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder use fresh minced garlic if preferred
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Thyme
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes optional

Equipment

  • Crockpot
  • Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Season the chicken thighs generously with salt, pepper, garlic powder, thyme, oregano, and smoked paprika. Feel free to add red pepper flakes for a little kick!
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering. Carefully place the seasoned chicken thighs skin-side down and sear for about 4 minutes, or until they're golden brown. Flip and sear the other side for an additional 4 minutes. Transfer the chicken to the crockpot.
  3. In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté for about 2-3 minutes until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant.
  4. Pour the chicken broth into the skillet, scraping the bottom to deglaze. Stir in the heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and sun-dried tomato paste. Heat gently for 3-4 minutes until combined.
  5. Pour the creamy sauce over the seared chicken thighs in the crockpot. Ensure all the chicken is covered.
  6. Cover the crockpot and set it to cook on low for 4-6 hours or on high for 2-3 hours until the chicken is tender.
  7. Serve the Crockpot Marry Me Chicken Thighs garnished with fresh basil or parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 28gFat: 36gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 540mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish pairs beautifully over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread, perfect for soaking up the sauce.

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