Dive into the creamy, sumptuous world of Marry Me Chicken, a dish so enchanting it’s rumored to inspire marriage proposals! This culinary delight combines tender chicken breasts with a rich, flavorful cream sauce, accented with the tangy zing of sundried tomatoes and a blend of aromatic herbs.
Perfect for a romantic dinner or pleasing a crowd, this recipe promises a meal that’s not only easy to prepare but irresistibly delicious.
With just a handful of ingredients and thirty minutes of your time, you’ll have a dish that speaks the language of love through every bite.
How to Prepare Marry Me Chicken
- Season & Dredge: Begin by seasoning the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Dredge each piece in all-purpose flour, ensuring to shake off any excess.
- Sauté Chicken: Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat, swirling to mix. Brown the chicken on both sides for 4-5 minutes each, until golden and cooked through. Then, transfer the chicken to a plate, cover, and set aside.
- Garlic Aroma: In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic for about a minute, until it becomes fragrant, signaling it’s time to pour in the chicken stock.
- Deglaze: Add the chicken stock to the skillet, using a wooden spoon to scrape up any bits from the bottom of the pan. This step infuses the sauce with deep flavors.
- Creamy Sauce: Lower the heat and stir in the heavy cream and grated parmesan cheese, allowing it to simmer gently. Season the creamy mixture with chili flakes, thyme, and oregano.
- Combine & Simmer: Return the chicken to the skillet, nestling it into the sauce. Add sundried tomatoes and allow everything to simmer together until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Garnish & Serve: Finish by sprinkling freshly chopped basil over the top. Serve this creamy creation over a bed of pasta or rice to complete this heartwarming meal.
Marry Me Chicken
Ingredients
- 3 large chicken breasts boneless and skinless
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 6 tablespoons 50 grams all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons 30 ml olive oil
- 2 tablespoons 28 grams unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup 240 ml chicken stock
- 1 cup 240 ml heavy cream
- ½ cup 43 grams parmesan cheese grated
- 1 teaspoon chili flakes
- ¼ teaspoon oregano
- ¼ teaspoon thyme
- ⅓ cup sundried tomatoes chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil leaves
Instructions
- Prepare Chicken: Season chicken cutlets with salt and pepper, then coat evenly in flour, tapping off extra.
- Cook Chicken: In a skillet with olive oil and melted butter over medium heat, cook the chicken until golden on each side, approximately 4-5 minutes. Remove and keep warm.
- Aromatic Garlic: Add minced garlic to the skillet, cooking until aromatic, then pour in chicken stock to deglaze the pan.
- Create Sauce: Reduce heat, and blend in heavy cream and parmesan, simmering until it starts to thicken. Season with chili flakes, thyme, and oregano.
- Finish Cooking: Return chicken to the pan, adding sundried tomatoes. Simmer until the sauce thickens and chicken is well-coated.
- Garnish & Present: Sprinkle with freshly chopped basil and serve atop your favorite pasta or rice for a meal that's as romantic as it is delicious.
How to Store Marry Me Chicken
Marry Me Chicken keeps beautifully in the refrigerator or freezer, making it a perfect make-ahead meal. To store leftovers, allow the chicken and sauce to cool completely before transferring to an airtight container. Refrigerate for up to 3-4 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating gently on the stove or in the microwave, adding a splash of chicken stock or water if the sauce needs thinning.
