This easy marry me chicken recipe is a delish dish made in a single pan, worthy of a proposal, right?
This recipe for marry me chicken uses seasoned chicken breasts simmered in a creamy sun-dried tomato sauce and topped with basil and parmesan cheese.
What is Marry Me Chicken?
- Marry me chicken is an easy one-skillet dinner that goes from the stovetop to the tabletop and promises an easy cleanup. That’s more than one reason to propose to the chef, right?
- Easy to find and affordable ingredients with simple steps make this one of the best recipes for busy weeknights or when company’s coming.
- Kids love the mildly cheesy sauce, and it’s perfect for tossing in extra veggies like shredded zucchini, peas, carrots, or whatever’s in the fridge.
- Even better, it’s low-carb when served on its own or alongside grilled vegetables or roasted cauliflower.
Ingredients You’ll Need
- Chicken: Boneless, skinless breasts might need to be pounded with a mallet to even thicknesses for uniform cooking. You can also use boneless chicken thighs for larger, single-serve portions. Short on time? Use a bag of frozen chicken cutlets or meatballs; no need to thaw.
- Sundried Tomatoes: In this recipe, you can use the sun-dried tomatoes and the oil they’re packed in for a more flavorful recipe. Can’t find sun-dried tomatoes? Use regular tomatoes, or a can of drained, chopped tomatoes.
- Sauce: Heavy cream and chicken broth make up the base for the sauce. Use half-and-half for a lighter sauce and no-sodium broth if desired. Add some softened cream cheese in Step 3 for an extra-rich and thick sauce.
- Seasonings: Buy or DIY? Make your own Italian seasoning and have plenty leftover for other recipes like meatballs and a zesty Italian pasta salad.
- Variations: Add chopped spinach, kale, or bacon bits to the recipe in Step 3.
How to Make Marry Me Chicken
- Brown seasoned chicken breasts on both sides and set aside (full recipe below).
- Sauté garlic and herbs in butter until fragrant.
- Whisk in flour, broth, heavy cream, and parmesan cheese, and simmer.
- Add chicken and sundried tomatoes and cook until chicken is heated through.
- Garnish with basil and Parmesan cheese before serving.
What to Serve with Marry Me Chicken
Serve marry me chicken over mashed potatoes, white rice, or Parmesan pasta. Add a crispy red leaf salad and some slices of a freshly baked baguette for sopping up all that creamy tomato sauce.
Savor the Flavor
- Keep leftover marry me chicken in the refrigerator in a covered container for up to 4 days.
- Reheat on the stovetop or in the microwave with a little milk to loosen the sauce.
- Leftover marry me chicken and the sauce can be made into a hearty sub sandwich for a flavorful school or workday lunch.
- Freeze portions in zippered bags for up to 4 months. Thaw in the refrigerator before reheating.
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Marry Me Chicken Stovetop
This easy marry me chicken recipe is a luscious and decadently delicious meal.
Equipment
Ingredients
- 4 small boneless skinless chicken breasts or 2 large breasts, about 1½ pounds
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 Tablespoon olive oil
- 3 Tablespoons butter
- 2 cloves garlic minced (or 1 teaspoon garlic powder)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 3 Tablespoons flour *optional, to thicken sauce
- 1 cup chicken broth
- ¾ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese plus more for garnish if desired
- ⅔ cup sun dried tomatoes drained and chopped
- 2-3 Tablespoons chopped fresh basil leaves for garnish
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Pat chicken breasts dry, and if necessary, cut in half horizontally.* Place each breast or cutlet on a cutting board and pound with a mallet until about ¼ inch thick. Season with salt and pepper on both sides.
- In a large skillet on medium high heat, heat oil until shimmering. Cooking in batches, add the chicken in one layer, adding oil as needed. Brown for 3-4 minutes on each side, until cooked through. Remove chicken from the pan and set aside.
- In the same skillet on medium heat, add butter, garlic, and Italian seasoning. Whisk together and sauté for 1 minute. Add flour and cook for 30 seconds. Add broth, heavy cream, and parmesan and whisk to combine. Heat until bubbling and simmer 3-5 minutes until slightly thickened. Add chicken along with any juices and sundried tomatoes and simmer for 2-3 minutes or until chicken is heated through.
- Garnish with basil and parmesan cheese if desired. Season with salt and pepper and serve immediately over pasta, rice, or potatoes.
Notes
*For very thick breasts, pat dry and place flat on a cutting board.
- With knife parallel to the board, cut each breast in half horizontally through the middle to make 2 slices, each slice being half as thick.
- Use a paper towel and the flat of your hand to hold the breast in place as you cut.
- Place each slice between 2 layers of plastic wrap.
- Pound with a mallet until ¼ inch thick.
Nutrition Information
Calories: 520 | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 34g | Fat: 36g | Saturated Fat: 19g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 0.4g | Cholesterol: 156mg | Sodium: 758mg | Potassium: 1186mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 1230IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 183mg | Iron: 3mg
Nutrition information does not include optional ingredients or garnish and is an estimate. It may change based on actual ingredients and cooking methods used.
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