Creamy Crockpot Marry Me Chicken for Easy Dinner
Creamy Crockpot Marry Me Chicken is the ultimate easy dinner recipe. After making this many times, I’ve discovered the trick to the creamiest, most flavorful chicken you’ve ever tasted. The golden, tender chicken in a rich, creamy sauce will make your family beg for this recipe. Jump to the recipe card or keep reading for my best tips, including how to prevent dry chicken. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Spinach and Feta Egg Muffins for Breakfast and Easy High Protein Chicken and Corn Chowder Recipe.
Why This Creamy Crockpot Marry Me Chicken for Easy Dinner Is Pure Comfort
- Better than takeout flavor at home
- Easy, hands-off cooking in the crockpot
- Creamy, comforting sauce that's perfect over rice or noodles
- Family-friendly and freezer-friendly
What You'll Need for Creamy Crockpot Marry Me Chicken for Easy Dinner
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Cream of chicken soup
- Milk
- Onion soup mix
- Ranch dressing mix
- Salt
- Pepper
- Garlic powder
- Paprika
- Parsley
- Optional: Shredded cheddar cheese
- Optional: Chopped fresh parsley
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Chicken breasts: You can also use boneless, skinless chicken thighs.
🛒 Tools & Equipment I Recommend
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How to Make Creamy Crockpot Marry Me Chicken for Easy Dinner
- Step 1: Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and parsley.
- Step 2: Place chicken breasts in the bottom of a 6-quart crockpot.
- Step 3: In a bowl, mix together cream of chicken soup, milk, onion soup mix, and ranch dressing mix. Pour over chicken.
- Step 4: Cook on low for 4-5 hours or on high for 2-3 hours, until chicken is tender and cooked through.
- Step 5: Remove chicken from crockpot and shred using two forks. Return to crockpot and stir to combine with sauce. If desired, use an immersion blender to smooth out the sauce.
- Step 6: Serve over rice or noodles, topped with shredded cheddar cheese and chopped fresh parsley.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Creamy Crockpot Marry Me Chicken for Easy Dinner
- : For extra flavor, brown the chicken breasts in a pan before adding them to the crockpot.
- Common mistake and fix: If your chicken is dry, it's likely been cooking too long. To fix, add a little more milk or broth and cook for a shorter time.
- : For a thicker sauce, cook uncovered for the last 15-20 minutes of cooking time.
- : To make this recipe in the Instant Pot, cook on high pressure for 10-12 minutes, followed by a 10-minute natural release.
Storing & Reheating Creamy Crockpot Marry Me Chicken for Easy Dinner
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Make-ahead tip: This recipe can be made ahead and frozen for up to 3 months. Thaw and reheat as desired.
Freezing Creamy Crockpot Marry Me Chicken for Easy Dinner
Freeze cooked chicken and sauce separately for up to 3 months. Thaw and reheat in the crockpot or on the stovetop.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in a 350°F oven for 15-20 minutes, until warmed through. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, until warmed through. Stir occasionally.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For extra flavor, add a teaspoon of hot sauce or a tablespoon of Sriracha to the sauce.
- Best substitution: Substitute the cream of chicken soup with a homemade cream sauce made from butter, flour, and chicken broth.
- Make-ahead: Prepare the chicken and sauce in the crockpot up to 24 hours ahead. Refrigerate until ready to cook.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to feed a crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If your chicken is tough, it may have been cooked at too high a temperature. To fix, cook on low for a longer time.
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Creamy Crockpot Marry Me Chicken for Easy Dinner
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Cream of chicken soup
- Milk
- Onion soup mix
- Ranch dressing mix
Seasonings
- Salt
- Pepper
- Garlic powder
- Paprika
- Parsley
Optional Toppings
- Shredded cheddar cheese
- Chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Step 1: Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and parsley.
- Step 2: Place chicken breasts in the bottom of a 6-quart crockpot.
- Step 3: In a bowl, mix together cream of chicken soup, milk, onion soup mix, and ranch dressing mix. Pour over chicken.
- Step 4: Cook on low for 4-5 hours or on high for 2-3 hours, until chicken is tender and cooked through.
- Step 5: Remove chicken from crockpot and shred using two forks. Return to crockpot and stir to combine with sauce. If desired, use an immersion blender to smooth out the sauce.
- Step 6: Serve over rice or noodles, topped with shredded cheddar cheese and chopped fresh parsley.
Notes
- Chef tip: For extra flavor, add a teaspoon of hot sauce or a tablespoon of Sriracha to the sauce.
- Best substitution: Substitute the cream of chicken soup with a homemade cream sauce made from butter, flour, and chicken broth.
- Make-ahead: Prepare the chicken and sauce in the crockpot up to 24 hours ahead. Refrigerate until ready to cook.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to feed a crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If your chicken is tough, it may have been cooked at too high a temperature. To fix, cook on low for a longer time.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Freezer: Freeze cooked chicken and sauce separately for up to 3 months. Thaw and reheat in the crockpot or on the stovetop.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in a 350°F oven for 15-20 minutes, until warmed through.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, until warmed through. Stir occasionally.
- Make ahead: This recipe can be made ahead and frozen for up to 3 months. Thaw and reheat as desired.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 350
- Protein: 35g
- Fat: 15g
- Carbs: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Cholesterol: 100mg
- Sat. Fat: 7g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Creamy Crockpot Marry Me Chicken for Easy Dinner FAQs
Yes, you can prepare the chicken and sauce in the crockpot up to 24 hours ahead. Refrigerate until ready to cook.
If your chicken is dry, it's likely been cooking too long. To fix, add a little more milk or broth and cook for a shorter time.
Yes, cook on high pressure for 10-12 minutes, followed by a 10-minute natural release.
This recipe pairs well with rice, noodles, or a side salad. For a cozy fall meal, try serving it with some crusty bread and a side of roasted vegetables.
Yes, freeze cooked chicken and sauce separately for up to 3 months. Thaw and reheat in the crockpot or on the stovetop.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Creamy Crockpot Marry Me Chicken for Easy Dinner and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
