Where does the name 'Marry Me Chicken' come from?

This recipe is called 'Marry Me Chicken' because it's so tasty that if you make it for your partner they'll want to propose! To be fair it is a pretty romantic recipe — the rich, Italian flavors would make anyone fall in love :)

What should I serve with Marry Me Chicken?

Marry Me Chicken is full of Italian-inspired flavors so classic Italian sides are a perfect choice. You could serve it with salad (like Caesar salad), roasted vegetables, or a side of garlic bread.

How can I make my sauce thicker (or thinner)?

To make your sauce thicker, simmer it for longer. If you want to make it extra thick, add a little flour. And to make your sauce thinner, add a splash of chicken broth (or water).

Marry Me Chicken | Easy 30 Minute One Pot Recipe

Name: Marry Me Chicken
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
Ingredients: 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1 ½ - 2 pounds); 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided; 3 cloves garlic, minced; ⅓ cup chicken broth; ¾ cup heavy cream; ¼ cup shredded parmesan cheese; ½ teaspoon dried oregano; ½ teaspoon dried basil; ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes; ½ teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon black pepper; ½ cup sun dried tomatoes, chopped (from a jar, in oil)

Description

Marry Me Chicken is an easy, 30 minute Italian-inspired dinner that's made with tender chicken breasts cooked in a heavenly sun-dried tomato cream sauce. It's so good it will make your partner want to propose!

Ingredients

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2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1 ½ - 2 pounds)
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
3 cloves garlic, minced
⅓ cup chicken broth
¾ cup heavy cream
¼ cup shredded parmesan cheese
½ teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon dried basil
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
½ cup sun dried tomatoes, chopped (from a jar, in oil)

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Instructions

Prep the chicken: slice the chicken breasts in half to make them thinner. Pat them dry with a paper towel and sprinkle both sides with salt and pepper.
Cook the chicken: in a large skillet over medium high heat, heat 1 tablespoon of oil. Once hot, cook the chicken for 4 - 5 minutes on each side, until browned and cooked through. Cook in batches if needed. Remove and set aside.
Add garlic & chicken broth: add 1 tablespoon of oil to the pan. Once hot, add the garlic and cook for about 30 seconds, until fragrant. Pour in the chicken broth. Stir and scrape the bottom of the pan to remove any stuck brown bits.
Make the sauce: Turn the heat to low and add the heavy cream and parmesan cheese. Simmer gently for 2 - 3 minutes, turning up the heat slightly needed. Stir frequently.
Add seasonings: Stir in the seasonings: oregano, basil, red pepper flakes, salt and pepper.
Add tomatoes: Stir in the sun-dried tomatoes along with some of their juices.
Add chicken: add the chicken back into the skillet and simmer for 3 - 4 minutes, until the sauce is thickened. Stir frequently and spoon the sauce over the chicken. For a thicker sauce, simmer for longer.
Serve: serve immediately, optionally over noodles and garnished with fresh chopped parsley.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Italian-Inspired

Nutrition

Serving Size: ¼ of recipe
Calories: 328
Sugar: 0.1g
Sodium: 508mg
Fat: 24g
Saturated Fat: 8.7g
Carbohydrates: 4.9
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 24.4g
Cholesterol: 100mg

Keywords: marry me chicken, italian, tuscan, cream sauce, parmesan, sun dried tomatoes