High Protein Crockpot Chicken (Print version)
Tender chicken slow-cooked with sun-dried tomatoes, parmesan, and herbs for a creamy, savory dish.
# What you'll need:
→ Chicken
01 - 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
02 - 1/2 tsp salt
03 - 1/2 tsp black pepper
→ Sauce
04 - 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
05 - 1/2 cup light cream cheese, softened
06 - 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
07 - 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, drained and chopped
08 - 1/2 tsp dried thyme
09 - 1/2 tsp dried basil
10 - 1 tsp garlic powder
11 - 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
→ Garnish
12 - 2 tbsp fresh basil, chopped
13 - 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
# Method:
01 - Rub salt and black pepper evenly over all surfaces of the chicken breasts.
02 - Lay the seasoned chicken pieces in a single layer at the bottom of the crockpot.
03 - In a medium bowl, whisk together chicken broth, cream cheese, parmesan, sun-dried tomatoes, thyme, basil, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes until mostly smooth.
04 - Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken, making sure all pieces are completely covered.
05 - Cover and cook on HIGH for 4 hours or LOW for 6-7 hours until chicken reaches internal temperature of 165°F and is tender.
06 - Remove chicken from slow cooker, shred or slice as preferred, then return to the sauce and stir until evenly coated.
07 - Plate the chicken with sauce and garnish with chopped fresh basil and parsley if desired.
# Expert advice:
01 -
- Set it and forget it convenience that tastes like you spent all day cooking
- Thirty plus grams of protein per serving without feeling heavy or overly rich
02 -
- The sauce will look slightly separated when you first pour it in but comes together beautifully during cooking
- Greek yogurt works for extra protein but stir it in after cooking to prevent any curdling
03 -
- Pat the chicken dry before seasoning to help it brown better in the slow cooker
- Use freshly grated parmesan instead of pre shredded for the smoothest sauce