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Marry Me Chicken
5 from 18 votes

Marry Me Chicken

Marry Me Chicken is a creamy skillet dish where thin chicken cutlets are pan-seared and then simmered in a rich sauce of cream, Parmesan, and sundried tomatoes. Herbs like oregano, thyme, and paprika add warmth and depth. The sauce thickens to coat the tender chicken, creating a smooth, flavorful entree that can be served with vegetables or cauliflower rice for a low-carb option.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 491 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

  • 2 chicken breasts boneless and skinless, sliced lengthwise into 4 cutlets (570g / 20 oz). ***see notes, very large
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 3 tablespoon olive oil use the oil from the sundried tomatoes!
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • ¾ cup chicken broth 180ml
  • ⅔ cup heavy cream 160ml
  • ½ cup Parmesan Cheese finely grated, 50g
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon oregano dried
  • ½ teaspoon thyme dried
  • ⅓ cup sundried tomatoes chopped, 60g. Look out for sundried tomatoes in olive oil, so you can use the oil for frying the chicken
TO SERVE
  • 1 tablespoon basil chopped, fresh

Instructions

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  1. Season the chicken with salt and pepper on both sides.
  2. Heat the oil from the sundried tomato jar in a large frying pan on a medium heat.
  3. Add the chicken cutlets and sear each side for 5 minutes until golden. Remove from the pan to a plate and cover to keep warm.
  4. Add the garlic to the pan with the leftover oil and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Pour in the chicken stock to deglaze the pan, scraping any bits off the bottom with a spatula for 1 minute.
  6. Add the heavy cream, parmesan cheese, paprika, thyme and oregano. Stir and allow the sauce to simmer for 3-4 minutes until it thickens.
  7. Add the sun-dried tomatoes and the chicken back to the sauce. Let the sauce simmer and thicken for 5 more minutes, spooning the sauce over the chicken to coat. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Garnish with chopped fresh basil leaves and serve.

Notes

  • This recipe makes 4 servings with about 6g net carbs each, suitable for low-carb diets.
  • Use chicken cutlets for quicker cooking; if using whole breasts, simmer covered until they reach 165°F internal temperature.
  • Serving suggestions include cauliflower rice, steamed broccoli, or roasted vegetables.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

Nutrition Information

Calories 491kcal (25%) Total Carbohydrates 5.5g (2%) Protein 37.8g (76%) Fat 30.7g (47%) Fiber 0.9g (4%) Sugar 1.1g (2%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4 Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 491

% Daily Value*

Calories 491kcal 25%
Total Carbohydrates 5.5g 2%
Protein 37.8g 76%
Fat 30.7g 47%
Fiber 0.9g 4%
Sugar 1.1g 2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.