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Tender Never-Dry Crockpot Chicken Breast Recipe with Easy Garlic Parmesan Sauce

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A slow-cooked chicken breast recipe that stays juicy and tender, topped with a creamy garlic parmesan sauce. Perfect for fuss-free, flavorful weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs / 680 g)
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup heavy cream (240 ml)
  • 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth (120 ml)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
  • Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Trim any excess fat or tendons from chicken breasts and pat dry with paper towels.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine minced garlic, grated Parmesan cheese, heavy cream, chicken broth, softened butter, and Italian seasoning. Stir until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  3. Place chicken breasts evenly in the bottom of the crockpot.
  4. Pour the garlic parmesan sauce evenly over the chicken, coating each piece.
  5. Cover and cook on low heat for 3 to 4 hours. Avoid cooking longer than 4 hours to prevent drying out.
  6. After 3 hours, check the internal temperature with a meat thermometer; it should reach 165°F (74°C). If not, cook an additional 15-30 minutes.
  7. Let the chicken rest in the sauce for 5 minutes before serving.
  8. Sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley and serve with extra sauce spooned over the chicken.

Notes

Avoid lifting the lid during cooking to keep heat consistent and prevent drying out. Use similar-sized chicken breasts for even cooking. If sauce is too thin, thicken with cornstarch slurry and cook on high for 15 minutes. For dairy-free, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream and Parmesan with nutritional yeast.

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Keywords: crockpot chicken breast, garlic parmesan sauce, slow cooker chicken, tender chicken recipe, easy dinner, weeknight meal

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