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Dump and Go Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken – Simple, Comforting, and Weeknight-Friendly

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil, drained and roughly chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced (or 1 teaspoon garlic powder)
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning (or a mix of basil, oregano, and thyme)
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for a gentle kick)
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half for a lighter sauce)
  • 3 ounces cream cheese, softened and cut into cubes
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons sun-dried tomato oil (from the jar) or olive oil
  • Fresh basil or parsley, chopped, for garnish
  • Cooked pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes, for serving

Method
 

  1. Prep the dish: Lightly grease a 9x13 baking dish or your slow cooker insert. Place the chicken in a single layer. Pat dry with paper towels.
  2. Season: Sprinkle chicken evenly with salt, pepper, onion powder, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes if using.
  3. Add flavor boosters: Scatter chopped sun-dried tomatoes and minced garlic over the chicken. Drizzle with the sun-dried tomato oil or olive oil.
  4. Build the sauce base: Pour chicken broth and heavy cream evenly over the chicken. Nestle the cream cheese cubes around the dish. Sprinkle Parmesan on top.
  5. To bake: Cover tightly with foil and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 25 minutes. Uncover, stir the sauce gently to melt the cream cheese, and bake another 10–15 minutes, until the chicken reaches 165°F and the sauce is smooth and creamy.
  6. To slow cook: Cover and cook on Low for 3–4 hours or High for 2–3 hours, until the chicken is tender. Stir the sauce to incorporate the cream cheese fully.
  7. Finish: Taste and adjust salt and pepper. Slice or shred the chicken if you like. Stir in a splash of cream or broth if you prefer a looser sauce.
  8. Serve: Spoon over pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes. Top with fresh basil or parsley.