Marry Me Chicken

By Becky Hardin

Published Aug 2, 2023

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This easy Marry Me Chicken recipe is made with sun-dried tomatoes and a super creamy sauce. Cook everything up in one pan then pair it with pasta, veggies, or any of your easy dinner favorites!

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What’s in this Marry Me Chicken Recipe?

In less than an hour, turn these simple ingredients into a dish that’ll turn your next date night into the best night of your life!

Chicken: We’re using boneless, skinless breasts here, but thighs will also work.
Seasonings: Salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning enhance the natural flavor of the chicken.
Oil + Butter: Add great flavor and help the chicken cook without burning.
Garlic: Adds an earthy flavor and a pungent aroma.
Red Pepper Flakes: Add just a hint of spice!
Chicken Broth : Forms the base of the sauce, enhancing the chicken flavor.
Heavy Cream: Makes the sauce creamy.
Sun-Dried Tomatoes: Add a burst of concentrated sweet and tangy tomato flavor.
Cheese: Freshly grated Parmesan cheese adds a nutty and salty flavor and enhances the creaminess of the dish.

Pro Tip: Omit the red pepper flakes for a spice-free dish.

Variations on Sun Dried Tomato Chicken

There are so many ways to change up the flavor of creamy marry me chicken! Try adding the juice and zest of a lemon to the sauce for a bright and citrusy twist. Or give it a Mediterranean spin by adding Kalamata olives and feta cheese. Make the dish spicier by adding more red pepper flakes or a sprinkle of cayenne pepper.

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Marry me chicken is a luscious combinaton of sun-dried tomatoes, cream, and Parmesan cheese spooned over seared chicken breasts.

This recipe gets its name because it’s so good, whoever you’re serving it to will want to marry you!

You can use sour cream in place of the heavy cream as an easy swap. If you’re looking for a lighter option, try using half-and-half.

Sure! Asiago, Pecorino Romano, or mozzarella cheese are all great substitutes for Parmesan.

Properly cooked chicken should be opaque with no pink inside. It should register 165°F on an instant-read thermometer.

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How to Store and Reheat

Store leftover marry me chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 15-20 minutes, or in an oiled skillet set over medium-low heat until warmed through.

I do not recommend freezing this recipe, as the cream sauce tends to separate and become gritty once thawed.

Serving Suggestions

Serve this rich, creamy sun dried tomato chicken with homemade pasta , basmati rice , or oven-baked risotto . Add a side of oven-roasted asparagus for a complete meal!

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▢ 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
▢ Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
▢ 1½ teaspoons Italian seasoning store-bought or homemade
▢ 1 tablespoon olive oil
▢ 1 tablespoon unsalted butter (⅛ stick)
▢ 3 cloves garlic minced
▢ 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
▢ ¾ cup low-sodium chicken broth
▢ ½ cup heavy cream
▢ ½ cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes rinsed if packed in oil
▢ ¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
▢ Fresh basil optional, for garnish

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F.
Pat the chicken dry and season it on both sides with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, 1½ teaspoons Italian seasoning
Heat the oil and butter in an oven-safe skillet set over medium-high heat. Once the butter is melted, add the chicken to the pan. Sear until both sides are golden brown, about 5 minutes per side. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside. 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
Lower the heat to medium, add in the garlic and red pepper flakes, and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. 3 cloves garlic, 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
Stir in the broth, cream, sun-dried tomatoes, and Parmesan cheese. Bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring occasionally. ¾ cup low-sodium chicken broth, ½ cup heavy cream, ½ cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes, ¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Once simmering, add the chicken back into the pan. Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 10-12 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
Remove from the oven and spoon the sauce over each chicken breast. Garnish with basil and more red pepper flakes. Enjoy! Fresh basil

Becky’s Tips

For faster cooking, slice the chicken breasts into cutlets.
Omit the red pepper flakes for a spice-free dish.
Properly cooked chicken should register 165°F on an instant-read thermometer.

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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Marry Me Chicken Recipe

Ingredients

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1½ teaspoons Italian seasoning store-bought or homemade
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon unsalted butter (⅛ stick)
3 cloves garlic minced
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
¾ cup low-sodium chicken broth
½ cup heavy cream
½ cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes rinsed if packed in oil
¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Fresh basil optional, for garnish

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F.
Pat the chicken dry and season it on both sides with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, 1½ teaspoons Italian seasoning
Heat the oil and butter in an oven-safe skillet set over medium-high heat. Once the butter is melted, add the chicken to the pan. Sear until both sides are golden brown, about 5 minutes per side. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside. 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
Lower the heat to medium, add in the garlic and red pepper flakes, and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. 3 cloves garlic, 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
Stir in the broth, cream, sun-dried tomatoes, and Parmesan cheese. Bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring occasionally. ¾ cup low-sodium chicken broth, ½ cup heavy cream, ½ cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes, ¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Once simmering, add the chicken back into the pan. Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 10-12 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
Remove from the oven and spoon the sauce over each chicken breast. Garnish with basil and more red pepper flakes. Enjoy! Fresh basil

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Notes

For faster cooking, slice the chicken breasts into cutlets.
Omit the red pepper flakes for a spice-free dish.
Properly cooked chicken should register 165°F on an instant-read thermometer.

Nutrition

By Becky Hardin

Published Jul 12, 2017

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