Marry Me Chicken Pasta Slow Cooker Recipe | Day 1

Introduction

This tutorial provides a step-by-step guide to making Marry Me Chicken Pasta using a slow cooker. This recipe is perfect for busy individuals looking for an easy and delicious dinner option. With tender chicken, creamy sauce, and pasta, it's a dish that will impress your family or guests.

Step 1: Gather Ingredients

Before starting, ensure you have all the necessary ingredients on hand:

• 3 lbs boneless chicken breast
• 1 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 1/2 tsp Montreal chicken seasoning
• 2 tsp Italian herb blend
• 1 tsp granulated onion powder
• 1 tsp granulated garlic powder
• 1 tsp paprika (smoked paprika recommended)
• 1/2 tsp cracked black pepper
• 2 cups heavy cream
• 1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
• 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes
• 1 lb Penne pasta
• Optional garnishes: extra sun-dried tomatoes, fresh basil, extra grated parmesan cheese, cracked black pepper, crushed red pepper flakes

Step 2: Prepare the Chicken

• Place the boneless chicken breasts into the bottom of the slow cooker.
• Season the chicken with salt, Montreal chicken seasoning, Italian herb blend, onion powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and cracked black pepper. Make sure to coat the chicken evenly for maximum flavor.

Step 3: Add Creamy Ingredients

• Pour 2 cups of heavy cream over the seasoned chicken in the slow cooker.
• Sprinkle the grated parmesan cheese and sun-dried tomatoes on top of the cream. This will create a rich sauce as the chicken cooks.

Step 4: Cook the Chicken

• Cover the slow cooker and set it to cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
• Avoid lifting the lid during cooking to retain heat and moisture.

Step 5: Cook the Pasta

• About 30 minutes before serving, cook 1 lb of Penne pasta according to package instructions.
• Drain the pasta and set aside.

Step 6: Combine and Serve

• Once the chicken is fully cooked and tender, shred it directly in the slow cooker using two forks.
• Stir in the cooked Penne pasta until well combined with the creamy sauce.
• Adjust seasoning to taste, adding more salt, pepper, or crushed red pepper flakes if desired.

Step 7: Garnish

• Serve the pasta in bowls, garnishing with extra sun-dried tomatoes, fresh basil, additional grated parmesan cheese, and a sprinkle of cracked black pepper.

Conclusion

You now have a delicious Marry Me Chicken Pasta made in your slow cooker! This dish is not only easy to prepare but also offers a rich and flavorful meal perfect for any occasion. Consider saving leftovers for lunch or dinner the next day. Enjoy your cooking adventure and stay tuned for more slow cooker recipes!