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Marry Me Chicken

This renowned dish earned its romantic name because its incredible flavor might just make you consider marrying the person who made it for you. Here's a simple slow-cooker version.

Makes 2 people · Prep 15 mins · Cook 8 hrs · 15 ingredients · 5 steps

Ingredients

• 2 chicken breasts
• 2 tbsp plain flour
• 1 tbsp paprika
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp pepper
• 50g butter
• 1 tsp thyme
• 1 tsp oregano
• Fresh basil (optional)
• 100g sun-dried tomatoes
• 1-2 tbsp tomato puree
• 200ml chicken stock
• 1 onion (finely chopped)
• 1 tbsp garlic
• 50ml double cream

Method

1. Coat the chicken. Coat the chicken with flour, paprika, and seasonings.
2. Sear the chicken. Quickly sear the chicken in butter on a hot pan for 1-2 minutes on each side.
3. Fill the slow cooker. Add the chicken to the slow cooker with the rest of the ingredients except the cream and basil.
4. Cook it low and slow. Slow-cook all day for 8 hours on low or cook on high from lunchtime.
5. Finish with cream and basil. Stir in the cream and basil during the last 10 minutes.

Good to know

• Serve with rice, pasta, or greens and cubed roasted potatoes on the side.