Description
A tender chicken dish in a luxurious garlic cream sauce with sun-dried tomatoes, perfect for busy weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/3 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes, drained
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 6-8 fresh basil leaves, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Season both sides of the chicken breasts with a blend of salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper.
- Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken breasts for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- In a bowl, whisk together chicken broth and cornstarch until smooth, and pour into the slow cooker.
- Whisk in heavy cream, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes, and paprika.
- Place seared chicken in the slow cooker and pour leftover butter and oil over the chicken.
- Top chicken with chopped sun-dried tomatoes.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours, avoiding lifting the lid.
- Once cooked, remove chicken, whisk in Parmesan cheese until smooth, then return chicken to the slow cooker, spoon sauce over, and garnish with fresh basil.
Notes
Searing the chicken is recommended for added flavor. If your slow cooker runs hot, add heavy cream during the last 30 minutes to prevent curdling.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 370 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Italian