Crockpot Marry Me Chicken

Instructions

1. 1
   Pat chicken breasts dry and season on both sides with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
2. 2
   (Optional) Sear chicken in 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium-high heat for 2 minutes per side, then transfer to Crockpot.
3. 3
   Sprinkle minced garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, Italian seasoning, and crushed red pepper flakes over chicken in the slow cooker.
4. 4
   Pour chicken broth and heavy cream evenly over ingredients. Top with parmesan cheese.
5. 5
   Cover and cook on low for 3.5-4 hours, until chicken is tender and cooked through.
6. 6
   (Optional) For a thicker sauce, stir in cornstarch slurry (2 tablespoons cornstarch + 2 tablespoons water) during the last 20 minutes of cooking.
7. 7
   Stir in chopped fresh basil. Serve chicken with sauce spooned over top, garnished with more basil and parmesan.