Creamy Crockpot Marry Me Chicken — Better Than Takeout
Creamy Crockpot Marry Me Chicken — tender, creamy, and so much better than takeout. After making this recipe dozens of times, I’ve discovered the trick to making it perfectly every time. The golden, creamy sauce is irresistible, and it’s perfect for busy weeknights. Keep reading for my best tips or jump to the recipe card. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Meal Prep Steak and Arugula Salad for Dinner and Easy Biscuits and Sausage Gravy Breakfast Pizza Recipe.
Why This Creamy Crockpot Marry Me Chicken — Better Than Takeout Is Pure Comfort
- Tender, fall-off-the-bone chicken
- Rich, creamy sauce that's better than takeout
- Easy, hands-off cooking in the crockpot
- Perfect for busy weeknights and meal prepping
What You'll Need for Creamy Crockpot Marry Me Chicken — Better Than Takeout
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika
- salt
- black pepper
- paprika
- Optional: chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
📝 Ingredient Notes
- chicken breasts: You can also use boneless, skinless chicken thighs.
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How to Make Creamy Crockpot Marry Me Chicken — Better Than Takeout
- Step 1: Place chicken breasts in the bottom of a 6-quart crockpot.
- Step 2: In a bowl, combine cream of chicken soup, milk, chicken broth, onion, garlic, salt, pepper, and paprika. Pour over chicken.
- Step 3: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until chicken is tender and cooked through.
- Step 4: 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 5: Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley. Enjoy!
Cook's Tips for Perfect Creamy Crockpot Marry Me Chicken — Better Than Takeout
- Common mistake and fix: Don't overcook the chicken or it will become dry. If you're not sure, use a meat thermometer to check that it's reached 165°F.
- Tip: For an even creamier sauce, you can stir in a tablespoon of cornstarch mixed with a tablespoon of water before serving.
- Tip: Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
Storing & Reheating Creamy Crockpot Marry Me Chicken — Better Than Takeout
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 reheated when ready to serve.
Freezing Creamy Crockpot Marry Me Chicken — Better Than Takeout
Freeze leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 15-20 minutes or until heated through. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes or until heated through.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For even cooking, try to cut the chicken breasts into even-sized pieces before adding to the crockpot.
- Best substitution: If you don't have cream of chicken soup, you can use a can of cream of mushroom soup instead.
- Make-ahead: This recipe can be made ahead and reheated when ready to serve.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved to serve more or fewer people.
- Troubleshooting: If the sauce is too thin, you can thicken it by stirring in a tablespoon of cornstarch mixed with a tablespoon of water before serving.
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Creamy Crockpot Marry Me Chicken — Better Than Takeout
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika
Seasonings
- salt
- black pepper
- paprika
Optional Toppings
- chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Step 1: Place chicken breasts in the bottom of a 6-quart crockpot.
- Step 2: In a bowl, combine cream of chicken soup, milk, chicken broth, onion, garlic, salt, pepper, and paprika. Pour over chicken.
- Step 3: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until chicken is tender and cooked through.
- Step 4: 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 5: Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley. Enjoy!
Notes
- Chef tip: For even cooking, try to cut the chicken breasts into even-sized pieces before adding to the crockpot.
- Best substitution: If you don't have cream of chicken soup, you can use a can of cream of mushroom soup instead.
- Make-ahead: This recipe can be made ahead and reheated when ready to serve.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved to serve more or fewer people.
- Troubleshooting: If the sauce is too thin, you can thicken it by stirring in a tablespoon of cornstarch mixed with a tablespoon of water before serving.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Freezer: Freeze leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 15-20 minutes or until heated through.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes or until heated through.
- Make ahead: This recipe can be made ahead and reheated when ready to serve.
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 — Better Than Takeout FAQs
Yes, you can make this recipe in the Instant Pot. Cook on high pressure for 10 minutes, followed by a 10-minute natural release.
Your chicken may be dry if it was overcooked. To prevent this, use a meat thermometer to check that it's reached 165°F.
Yes, you can freeze leftovers for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
Yes, you can make this recipe in the oven. Cook at 350°F for 30-40 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.
This recipe pairs well with steamed broccoli, a side salad, or a loaf of crusty bread.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Creamy Crockpot Marry Me Chicken — Better Than Takeout 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!
