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If you love slow cooker meals that taste like hours of effort but require only minutes of prep, this Marry Me Shredded Slow Cooker Chicken will steal your heart — and maybe someone else’s too. Inspired by the viral “Marry Me” Chicken recipe, this version transforms the classic into an easy, creamy, shredded slow cooker meal that’s perfect for pasta, rice bowls, wraps, or meal prep.

The combination of sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, Parmesan, and cream cheese creates a rich, romantic sauce with a hint of tang and spice. It’s the kind of dish that makes people go, “Wait… you made this?”

Set it, forget it, shred it — and prepare for applause.

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❤️ Why It’s Called “Marry Me Chicken”

The story goes that this flavor combo is so good it could prompt a marriage proposal. While we can’t guarantee that outcome, we can promise:

• Creamy, savory, parmesan-packed sauce
• Ultra tender shredded chicken
• Zero babysitting — the slow cooker does everything

This recipe is cozy, weeknight-friendly, and perfect for impressing without stress.

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⭐ Ingredients

For the Slow Cooker

• 1.4 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-size pieces
• ¼ cup plain flour
• 3 garlic cloves, peeled and crushed
• 100 g (3.5 oz) sun-dried tomatoes, drained and very finely chopped
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 2 tsp paprika
• 1 chicken stock cube, crumbled (undiluted)
• 1¼ cups boiling water
• 2 tbsp dried basil
• Sea salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste

To Finish (After Shredding)

• 3.5 oz low-fat cream cheese
• ½ cup grated Parmesan

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🍲 Instructions

1. Prep the Chicken

1. Add chicken pieces to a bowl and toss with plain flour, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.

2. Load the Slow Cooker

2. Transfer coated chicken into the slow cooker.
3. Add:
   • Crushed garlic
   • Sun-dried tomatoes
   • Oregano
   • Paprika
   • Crumbled chicken stock cube
   • Dried basil
4. Pour boiling water over everything.

3. Cook Low & Slow

• Cover and cook on LOW for 5–6 hours
  (or HIGH for 2½–3 hours)

4. Shred + Finish

1. Remove chicken from the slow cooker and shred with two forks.
2. Return shredded chicken to the sauce.
3. Stir in cream cheese and Parmesan until melted and creamy.
4. Taste and add extra salt and pepper if needed.

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🍽 How to Serve It

This shredded slow cooker chicken goes with everything:

✅ Over pasta (fettuccine is amazing)
✅ On toasted ciabatta or rolls for sandwiches
✅ Over rice or quinoa bowls
✅ In tortillas for creamy chicken tacos

Meal prep bonus: it reheats beautifully.

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🥡 Storage

• Refrigerator: up to 4 days
• Freezer: up to 2 months
• Reheat gently to keep sauce creamy

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📌 Recipe Notes

• For extra richness, stir in a splash of pasta water or chicken broth when serving with noodles.
• Add spinach or arugula during the last 5 minutes for a veggie boost.