Marry Me Chicken – Creamy, Flavor-Packed & Irresistibly Good

A one-skillet wonder that’s rich, savory, and so delicious, it just might earn you a proposal!

🎉 Introduction

Marry Me Chicken isn’t just a name—it’s a promise. This viral dish features tender, golden-seared chicken breasts simmered in a creamy parmesan and sun-dried tomato sauce. With its rich flavors and effortless elegance, it’s the kind of meal you make once and instantly add to your forever rotation. 🍅🧄🧀

Perfect for date nights, dinner parties, or cozy evenings at home, this dish pairs beautifully with pasta, rice, or crusty bread to soak up every drop of the velvety sauce.

🛒 Ingredients

🍗 Chicken

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp butter

🥫 Creamy Sauce

• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• ½ cup chicken broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
• ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
• ½ cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes (oil-packed, drained)
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning

🌿 Garnish

• Fresh basil or parsley, chopped (optional)

👩‍🍳 Directions

Step 1: Sear the Chicken

1. Season chicken on both sides with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
2. Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
3. Sear chicken for 4–5 minutes per side until golden and nearly cooked through. Remove and set aside.

Step 2: Make the Sauce

1. In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
2. Pour in chicken broth and scrape up the browned bits.
3. Add heavy cream, parmesan, red pepper flakes, Italian seasoning, and sun-dried tomatoes. Stir to combine.
4. Simmer for 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened.

Step 3: Finish the Dish

1. Return chicken to the skillet, spoon sauce over the top.
2. Simmer for 5–8 minutes until chicken is fully cooked and sauce has thickened.
3. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.

🍽️ Servings & Timing

• Servings: 4
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 20 minutes
• Total Time: ~30 minutes

🥄 Variations

• With Pasta: Serve over fettuccine or linguine
• Spicy: Add more red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce
• Low-Carb: Serve with zucchini noodles or cauliflower mash
• Cheesy: Add mozzarella on top and broil briefly for a melty finish
• Veggie Boost: Toss in spinach or mushrooms during the final simmer

🧊 Storage & Reheating

• Fridge: Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days
• Freezer: Sauce may separate slightly, but it can be frozen up to 2 months
• Reheat: Warm gently on the stovetop over low heat, stirring occasionally
• Meal Prep: Store sauce and chicken separately for best texture

❓ 10 FAQs

1. Why is it called Marry Me Chicken?
   The flavor is so irresistible, it’s been known to inspire marriage proposals!
2. Can I use chicken thighs?
   Yes—boneless, skinless thighs work great and stay extra juicy.
3. Do I have to use sun-dried tomatoes?
   They add richness and tang, but roasted red peppers can work as a swap.
4. What’s the best pan for this?
   A large skillet or sauté pan with a lid works best for even cooking.
5. Can I add wine?
   Yes—replace half the broth with white wine for extra depth.
6. What if I don’t have cream?
   Use half-and-half, or a mix of milk and butter, though it won’t be as rich.
7. Can I make it dairy-free?
   Substitute cream with coconut cream and use dairy-free cheese if needed.
8. How thick should the sauce be?
   It should coat the back of a spoon—thick but pourable.
9. Can I bake this instead?
   Yes—sear the chicken, then finish in a 375°F oven for 15–20 minutes with sauce.
10. Is it kid-friendly?
    Definitely—just skip the red pepper flakes if your kids don’t like spice.

🏁 Conclusion

This Marry Me Chicken is more than a catchy name—it’s a dish that’s comforting, flavorful, and elegant enough to impress. Whether you’re cooking for a partner or just treating yourself to something special, this creamy, dreamy chicken dish is love at first bite. 💕🍽️

Adam

Marry Me Chicken – Creamy, Flavor-Packed & Irresistibly Good

Marry Me Chicken isn’t just a name—it’s a promise. This viral dish features tender, golden-seared chicken breasts simmered in a creamy parmesan and sun-dried tomato sauce. With its rich flavors and effortless elegance, it’s the kind of meal you make once and instantly add to your forever rotation. 🍅🧄🧀 Perfect for date nights, dinner parties, or cozy evenings at home, this dish pairs beautifully with pasta, rice, or crusty bread to soak up every drop of the velvety sauce.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Total Time 30 minutes mins

Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

🍗 Chicken

• 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp butter

🥫 Creamy Sauce

• 3 cloves garlic minced
• ½ cup chicken broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
• ½ tsp red pepper flakes optional
• ½ cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes oil-packed, drained
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning

🌿 Garnish

• Fresh basil or parsley chopped (optional)

Method

 

Step 1: Sear the Chicken

1. Season chicken on both sides with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
2. Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
3. Sear chicken for 4–5 minutes per side until golden and nearly cooked through. Remove and set aside.

Step 2: Make the Sauce

1. In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
2. Pour in chicken broth and scrape up the browned bits.
3. Add heavy cream, parmesan, red pepper flakes, Italian seasoning, and sun-dried tomatoes. Stir to combine.
4. Simmer for 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened.

Step 3: Finish the Dish

1. Return chicken to the skillet, spoon sauce over the top.
2. Simmer for 5–8 minutes until chicken is fully cooked and sauce has thickened.
3. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.

Notes

🥄 Variations
With Pasta: Serve over fettuccine or linguine

Spicy: Add more red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce

Low-Carb: Serve with zucchini noodles or cauliflower mash

Cheesy: Add mozzarella on top and broil briefly for a melty finish

Veggie Boost: Toss in spinach or mushrooms during the final simmer

🧊 Storage & Reheating
Fridge: Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days

Freezer: Sauce may separate slightly, but it can be frozen up to 2 months

Reheat: Warm gently on the stovetop over low heat, stirring occasionally

Meal Prep: Store sauce and chicken separately for best texture

❓ 10 FAQs
Why is it called Marry Me Chicken?
The flavor is so irresistible, it’s been known to inspire marriage proposals!

Can I use chicken thighs?
Yes—boneless, skinless thighs work great and stay extra juicy.

Do I have to use sun-dried tomatoes?
They add richness and tang, but roasted red peppers can work as a swap.

What’s the best pan for this?
A large skillet or sauté pan with a lid works best for even cooking.

Can I add wine?
Yes—replace half the broth with white wine for extra depth.

What if I don’t have cream?
Use half-and-half, or a mix of milk and butter, though it won’t be as rich.

Can I make it dairy-free?
Substitute cream with coconut cream and use dairy-free cheese if needed.

How thick should the sauce be?
It should coat the back of a spoon—thick but pourable.

Can I bake this instead?
Yes—sear the chicken, then finish in a 375°F oven for 15–20 minutes with sauce.

Is it kid-friendly?
Definitely—just skip the red pepper flakes if your kids don’t like spice.

🏁 Conclusion
This Marry Me Chicken is more than a catchy name—it’s a dish that’s comforting, flavorful, and elegant enough to impress. Whether you’re cooking for a partner or just treating yourself to something special, this creamy, dreamy chicken dish is love at first bite. 💕🍽️