Slow Cooker Marry Me Chicken Pasta
This slow cooker Marry Me Chicken Pasta is indulging, yet incredible simple. Each forkful promises a creamy, comforting experience. This dish combines tender slow cooked chicken with the allure of a sundried tomato infused creamy sauce. It’s the perfect choice for any day that calls for a touch of culinary romance.
Marry Me Chicken first captured hearts across the internet as a viral sensation on the likes of TikTok and Instagram. Admittedly, I’m a bit late to the party. I’m always sceptical of anything that is hyped up too much on the internet. However, once I tried it, I hate to admit I loved it so much, that I had to adapt it to the slow cooker. In my opinion, the adaptation not only simplifies the preparation but also enhances the flavours.
This recipe uses on easily accessible ingredients. Begin by mixing sundried tomatoes, tomato puree, garlic, oregano, and paprika with a dissolved chicken stock cube and water in the slow cooker. Add the chicken breasts (0r thighs if you prefer) to the herb-infused sauce and slow cook until tender. As the cooking finishes, stir in double cream. Then add cooked pasta along with freshly grated Parmesan and a generous amount of freshly chopped basil.
Plate this hearty dish with a side of crusty garlic bread or a fresh green salad. It’s perfect for a cozy night in or a special occasion meal that requires minimal effort but delivers maximum taste.
Pro Tips:
- Basil: Basil is really delicate. Add it right at the end for a burst of flavour without over cooking it.
- Consistency: If the sauce thickens too much, a splash of reserved pasta water or a little extra cream can help achieve the desired consistency.
- Spice It Up: Introduce a pinch of chilli flakes to the sauce for those who appreciate a bit of heat.
Watch the step-by-step video below to see how simple it is to bring this fantastic dish to your table.
Slow Cooker Marry Me Chicken Pasta
Equipment
- Slow Cooker
- Pan for boiling pasta separately
Ingredients
- 2 Chicken breasts
- 100 g Sundried tomatoes drained and diced
- 1 tbsp Tomato puree
- 3 cloves Garlic
- 1 tsp Dried oregano
- 2 tsp Paprika
- 1 Chicken stock cube
- 150 ml Water
For later
- 170-200 g Pasta cooked
- 75 ml Double cream
- 30 g Parmesan grated
- handful Fresh chopped
Instructions
- In the slow cooker combine sundried tomatoes, tomato puree, garlic, oregano, paprika, a chicken stock cube, water. Stir well, breaking down the chicken stock cube.
- Add the chicken breasts and stir well until covered with the sauce.
- Cook for 3-4 hours on high or 6-8 on low.
- After the slow cook, add double cream to the slow cooker. Stir well. Cook for a further 10-15 minutes. You can break up or shred the chicken to your likeness at this point.
- In the meantime, cook your pasta and finely chop some fresh basil.
- To the slow cooker, add your cooked and drained pasta, basil and parmesan. Stir well and serve.
