Creamy Crock Pot Chicken Marsala
Creamy Crock Pot Chicken Marsala is a comforting dish that combines tender chicken with a rich, velvety sauce and earthy mushrooms. This effortless recipe transforms simple ingredients into a restaurant-quality meal, perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests. Just toss everything into your crock pot and let it work its magic, filling your home with an enticing aroma that guarantees smiles at the dinner table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Crock Pot
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 oz fresh mushrooms (cremini or button)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- ½ cup dry Marsala wine
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté garlic and mushrooms until softened.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper; place them in the bottom of the crock pot.
- Layer the sautéed mushroom mixture over the chicken.
- Pour in chicken broth and Marsala wine; stir gently to combine without disturbing the chicken.
- Cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 4 hours. Stir in heavy cream before serving and warm through for 10 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 125mg
Keywords: You can substitute spinach for mushrooms or add sun-dried tomatoes for extra flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container; reheat gently to maintain creaminess.