Marry Me Chicken

I’m sure you have heard of “Marry Me Chicken” before and wondered what? Who marries who and why? The name says it all. Rumours has it that this chicken is so delicious it could inspire a marriage proposal after the very first bite! Whether that’s true or not, one thing is certain: this comforting recipe quickly becomes a family favorite. After all the way to a man’s heart is through his stomach, right? 🙂

So what exactly is Marry Me Chicken? It’s a creamy chicken dish that is packed with rich flavors from garlic, Parmesan cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, and herbs. Then simmered together in a silky sauce that is impossible to resist. I love to serve it with pasta such as German spaetzle or rice, mashed potatoes or crusty bread to soak up every drop of the creamy sauce.

This recipe comes together with less than 30 minutes, so if you have a spontaneous dinner date you can easily whip it up. It’s perfect for busy weeknights or Sunday dinners, after church I usually get so hungry and need something quick for lunch.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe:

• Rich, creamy, and full of flavor
• Easy enough for weeknights
• Made in one pan
• Perfect with pasta, rice or potatoes
• Family-friendly comfort food

Ingredients You’ll Need:

• chicken tenders
• salt
• black pepper
• flour
• olive oil
• butter
• garlic
• chicken stock
• heavy whipping cream
• parmesan cheese
• chili flakes
• oregano
• thyme
• sun-dried tomatoes

Instructions: How to Make Marry Me Chicken:

• Season and Sear the Chicken: Season the chicken with salt, pepper, and chili flakes, then dredge in flour and shake off any excess. In a large skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat. Sear the chicken until golden brown on both sides and nearly cooked through. About 4 minutes on each side. Transfer onto a plate, cover, and set aside.

• Make the Creamy Sauce: In the same pan, saute the garlic until fragrant. Add chicken broth and scrape up the flavorful bits from the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon. Adjust the heat to medium-low, and add the heavy cream and parmesan cheese. Allow the sauce to simmer for a couple of minutes, then season with chili flakes, thyme, and oregano.

• Simmer: Season with salt and pepper to your taste, add the sun-dried tomatoes then put the chicken back in the sauce and let the sauce simmer and thicken for a few more minutes.
• Garnish and Serve: Top with fresh basil if desired and extra parmesan cheese before serving.

Tips for the Best Marry Me Chicken:

• Use freshly grated parmesan for the smoothest sauce.
• Don’t overcook the chicken – simmer gently for juicy results.
• Add spinach or mushrooms for extra vegetables.
• Adjust the red pepper flakes depending on your spice preference.
• If you use chicken breast, slice chicken breast in half to make them thinner.
• When sauteing the garlic, add a little bit of sun-dried tomato oil for more flavor.
• Do not use light cream, as that won’t thicken the sauce enough.

Storage:

• Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Reheat gently on the stovetop or microwave until warmed through.

Frequently Asked Questions:

• Can I use chicken thighs? Yes! Boneless chicken thighs work wonderfully and stay extra juicy.
• Can I make this ahead of time? Absolutely! The flavors become even richer the next day.
• Is this recipe spicy? It has a mild kick from red pepper flakes, but you can easily reduce or omit them.

Marry Me Chicken is the kind of comforting recipe that tastes like you spent hours in the kitchen, even though it comes together surprisingly quickly. If you have tried out this recipe comment below I would love to connect.

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