Crockpot Marry Me Chicken Sandwiches (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Chicken and Seasonings

01 - 1 lb chicken breast
02 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
03 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
04 - 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
05 - 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
06 - 1 teaspoon onion powder
07 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
08 - 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes

→ Flavorful Additions

09 - 1 tablespoon minced garlic
10 - 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
11 - 1/2 cup chicken broth

→ Creamy Cheese Mixture

12 - 8 oz block cream cheese
13 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

→ Sandwich Assembly

14 - 8 slices bacon
15 - 6 brioche buns
16 - Butter or mayo for toasting buns

# Instructions:

01 - Spray crockpot with cooking spray. Add chicken breasts and season with salt, pepper, oregano, thyme, onion powder, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes, coating all sides.
02 - Add minced garlic and chopped sun-dried tomatoes to the crockpot. Pour in chicken broth and stir the garlic and tomatoes around, making sure tomatoes are submerged in the broth to prevent burning.
03 - Cook on low for 4-6 hours until chicken is fully cooked and easily shreds with a fork.
04 - Remove chicken and shred using two forks. Return shredded chicken to crockpot and add the block of cream cheese and shredded mozzarella. Continue cooking on low until cream cheese melts completely.
05 - Stir everything together well until the chicken is evenly coated with the creamy, cheesy mixture. Keep warm on low setting.
06 - While the cream cheese is melting, cook bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crispy. Drain on paper towels and set aside.
07 - Slice brioche buns in half and spread with butter or mayo. Toast in a skillet or under the broiler until golden brown.
08 - Pile the creamy chicken mixture generously on the bottom halves of toasted buns. Top with crispy bacon and the top bun. Serve immediately while hot.

# Notes:

01 - Keep sun-dried tomatoes submerged in broth to prevent burning
02 - The cream cheese will take 15-20 minutes to fully melt and incorporate
03 - This mixture can be kept warm in the crockpot for serving
04 - Brioche buns hold up best to the creamy filling

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