High Protein Crockpot Marry Me Chicken (Printable Version)
# What You’ll Need:
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4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
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1 teaspoon kosher salt
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1/4 teaspoon pepper
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1/4 teaspoon onion powder
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1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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1 teaspoon olive oil
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1 small shallot, finely chopped
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2 cloves garlic, crushed
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1/4 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes (not in oil)
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1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
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1/2 teaspoon chili crunch oil or a pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
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2 tablespoons cornstarch
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2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
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1/2 cup blended cottage cheese (any fat content)
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3 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
# Steps to Follow:
01 -
Season chicken breasts with kosher salt and pepper.
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In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté shallot and garlic for 2 minutes.
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Push sautéed ingredients to the side of the skillet and sear chicken for 2–3 minutes per side. Sprinkle with onion powder and Italian seasoning.
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Transfer chicken to a slow cooker. Add sun-dried tomatoes, chicken broth, and optional chili oil or red pepper flakes.
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Cook on LOW for 4–6 hours or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F.
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30 minutes before cooking is complete, stir in a cornstarch slurry (2 tablespoons cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water) to thicken the sauce.
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Turn off the heat and stir in Parmesan cheese and blended cottage cheese until smooth.
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Return chicken to the sauce, coat thoroughly, and serve garnished with fresh chopped basil.