Marry Me Chicken
Marry Me Chicken is a rich and creamy skillet dish made with juicy chicken breasts simmered in a luscious sun-dried tomato, garlic, and Parmesan cream sauce. It's so delicious, it’s rumored to inspire marriage proposals—hence the name! Perfect for romantic dinners, dinner parties, or a weeknight indulgence.
Ingredients
- 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts (sliced horizontally into 4 cutlets)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
- ¾ cup chicken broth
- ¾ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme or 1 tablespoon fresh thyme
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prep and season the chicken: Slice the chicken breasts horizontally to create thin cutlets. Season both sides with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Sear the chicken: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat the olive oil. Sear chicken for 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer to a plate and keep warm.
- Build the sauce: In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium. Add garlic and red pepper flakes and sauté for 30–60 seconds until fragrant. Pour in chicken broth and scrape up any browned bits from the pan.
- Simmer the sauce: Stir in the heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, and thyme. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 3–4 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Finish and combine: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet. Spoon the sauce over the chicken and simmer for 2 more minutes until the chicken is heated through and coated.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh basil or parsley. Serve with pasta, mashed potatoes, or crusty bread to soak up the sauce.
Notes
- Chicken thighs can be used instead of breasts for a juicier result.
- Add spinach or mushrooms for extra veggies.
- For extra richness, stir in 1 tablespoon of butter at the end.
- Best served fresh, but leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.