Marry Me Chicken Recipe
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4.9
693 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
35 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
286 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Dinner
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Cuisine
Italian-American Fussion
Marry Me Chicken Recipe
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This Marry Me Chicken recipe is a delicious creamy chicken breast recipe with sundried tomatoes and spinach in a light cream sauce. Your guests will definitely want to say “Marry me” after trying this recipe!
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Ingredients
- 1/4 cup sundried tomatoes in oil (drained and chopped)
- 2 ounce boneless skinless chicken breasts, halved lenghtwise (1 lb total)
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/4 cup all purpose flour (or gluten-free flour mix)
- 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil (divided (I used oil from the sundried tomatoes))
- 1 small shallot (minced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon tomato paste
- 4 cups baby spinach (packed)
- 1 1/2 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese ((3 tablespoons))
- 3/4 cup chicken broth
- 3 tablespoons half-and-half
- 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
- pinch of red pepper flakes (adjust to your taste)
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Begin by pounding the halved chicken breasts to an even thickness (about 1/2-inch thick). Season them with salt and black pepper. Dredge each chicken piece in flour, shaking off any excess.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil (or use from the sun dried tomatoes) in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for about 4-5 minutes per side or until the chicken is cooked through and has a golden-brown crust. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside.
- In the same skillet, add the remaining 1/2 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the minced shallot and garlic and sauté for about 1-2 minutes until they become fragrant and translucent.
- Stir in the tomato paste and cook for another 1-2 minutes.
- Add the chopped sundried tomatoes and baby spinach to the skillet. Cook until the spinach wilts.
- Reduce the heat to low, and then add the cream cheese, chicken broth, half-and-half, dried oregano, and red pepper flakes. Stir until the cream cheese is fully melted and the sauce is well combined.
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and let it simmer in the sauce for a few minutes until heated through.
- Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese and serve.
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Notes
- Variations:
- Chicken: Swap chicken breasts with chicken tenders or thighs.
- Gluten-Free: Replace all-purpose flour with a gluten-free mix.
- Broth: Substitute vegetable broth with chicken.
- Spiciness: For spicier chicken, add more red pepper flakes or omit them for a milder version.
Nutrition Information
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Serving
1piece chicken with sauce
Calories
286kcal
(14%)
Carbohydrates
12g
(4%)
Protein
30g
(60%)
Fat
13g
(20%)
Saturated Fat
4g
(20%)
Cholesterol
96mg
(32%)
Sodium
504.5mg
(21%)
Fiber
1.5g
(6%)
Sugar
2g
(4%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 286 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1piece chicken with sauce | |
| Calories | 286kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 12g | 4% |
| Protein | 30g | 60% |
| Fat | 13g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 96mg | 32% |
| Sodium | 504.5mg | 21% |
| Fiber | 1.5g | 6% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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693 reviews
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