Easy Marry Me Chicken Recipe
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5.0
3 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Additional Time
5 mins
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Total Time
45 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
367 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Easy Marry Me Chicken Recipe
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Ready to make the chicken dish so good it might just lead to a proposal? This Marry Me Chicken is creamy, garlicky, and absolutely irresistible—the kind of recipe that'll have everyone at your table begging for seconds!
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Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil divided
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts about 1 1/2 - 2 pounds
- 3 cloves garlic minced or pressed,or 3 teaspoons jarred minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves + additional for garnish
- 1/8 - 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes more if you like heat
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes drained and sliced or chopped
- 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese grated,
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190° C). Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large ovenproof skillet (I love my Lodge Cast Iron skillets) over medium-high heat.
- Season the chicken with salt and pepper and if they vary greatly in thickness, slice in half lengthwise or pound until even thickness. When the pan is nice and hot, place the chicken breasts in the skillet and leave them undisturbed to get a nice sear. Cook for 3-5 minutes per side, then remove the chicken from the pan onto a plate.
- Lower the heat to medium. Add the remaining olive oil if needed in the same skillet, then add the minced garlic, fresh thyme leaves, and red pepper flakes. Stir until fragrant, about thirty seconds or so.
- Add the chicken broth, heavy cream, sun-dried tomatoes, and parmesan cheese, stir to combine and bring it to a simmer.
- Add the chicken breasts to the pan and transfer the skillet to the oven. Bake for 10-15 minutes until the internal temperature of the chicken is 165°F (my favorite inexpensive meat thermometer). Remove from oven and allow to rest 5 minutes.
- Serve the chicken with the sauce spooned over it and garnished with fresh thyme. It goes great with pasta or mashed potatoes.
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Notes
- How to Store Marry Me Chicken
- You can store any leftover chicken, completely cooled in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Freezing Marry Me Chicken is possible, but not always recommended because the cream-based sauce can separate or become grainy when reheated. If you do freeze it, use heavy cream in the sauce, as it holds up better, and add a splash of cream or broth when reheating to restore its texture. For best results, enjoy the dish fresh or within a day or two, as the sauce is at its peak when freshly made.
- Best Way to Reheat Marry Me Chicken
- Tip: Always add a bit of liquid (broth or cream) if the sauce seems thick to keep the chicken moist and flavorful.
- Notes:
- Preferred Method (Oven): Preheat to 350°F. Place chicken and sauce in an oven-safe dish, cover with foil, and heat for 15-20 minutes, or until warmed through.
- Quick and Effective (Stovetop): Warm chicken and sauce in a skillet over low-medium heat for 8-10 minutes. Add a splash of broth or cream to keep the sauce creamy.
- Fastest Option (Microwave): Place chicken and sauce on a plate, cover loosely, and heat on 50% power in 1-minute intervals, flipping the chicken and stirring the sauce until heated.
- Chicken breasts are often large; slice in half lengthwise or pound for even cooking.
- Substitute 1 tsp dried thyme if needed.
- Adjust crushed red pepper to taste; spice levels vary by type and freshness.
- Use low-sodium chicken broth or stock.
- Grate fresh parmesan for the best flavor.
- Use sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil (drained and blotted) or dry ones (they'll soften in the sauce).
- For added flavor, keep fresh herbs like thyme or basil; Trader Joe's has affordable options.
- Make sure the skillet is very hot to sear chicken properly without sticking.
- Oven times vary; check chicken at 10 minutes.
- For a thicker sauce, stir in a cornstarch slurry (1 tsp cornstarch + 1 tsp water) in step 4. Add more if needed.
- Basil can be substituted for thyme for a twist, like in my Tuscan Chicken.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
367kcal
(18%)
Carbohydrates
11g
(4%)
Protein
30g
(60%)
Fat
23g
(35%)
Saturated Fat
10g
(50%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
2g
Monounsaturated Fat
9g
Trans Fat
0.01g
Cholesterol
110mg
(37%)
Sodium
1000mg
(42%)
Potassium
996mg
(28%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
6g
(12%)
Vitamin A
742IU
(15%)
Vitamin C
10mg
(11%)
Calcium
129mg
(13%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 367 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 367kcal | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 11g | 4% |
| Protein | 30g | 60% |
| Fat | 23g | 35% |
| Saturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Trans Fat | 0.01g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 110mg | 37% |
| Sodium | 1000mg | 42% |
| Potassium | 996mg | 21% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 742IU | 15% |
| Vitamin C | 10mg | 11% |
| Calcium | 129mg | 13% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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