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About the Recipe
One bite and you'll understand how this dish got its name. Marry Me Chicken is the ultimate comfort-food romance: juicy pan-seared chicken nestled in a velvety Parmesan cream sauce with garlic, herbs, and sweet-tangy sun-dried tomatoes. Rich, cozy, and surprisingly easy to make, it's the kind of meal that turns an ordinary weeknight into something special. Whether you're cooking for date night, family dinner, or simply treating yourself, this irresistible skillet favorite is guaranteed to earn rave reviews—and maybe even a proposal or two. ❤️🍽️
Ingredients
For the Chicken
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 tsp kosher salt
½ tsp black pepper
1 tsp Italian seasoning
2 tbsp olive oil
For the Sauce
3 cloves garlic, minced
½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
1 tsp Italian seasoning
Garnish
Fresh basil, chopped
Additional grated Parmesan
Preparation
Step 1: Season the Chicken
Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels.
Season both sides with:
Salt
Pepper
Italian seasoning
Step 2: Sear the Chicken
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the chicken and cook for 5–6 minutes per side until golden brown and nearly cooked through.
Remove the chicken and set aside.
Step 3: Start the Sauce
In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium.
Add:
Garlic
Sun-dried tomatoes
Cook for about 1 minute, stirring frequently, until fragrant.
Step 4: Build the Sauce
Pour in the chicken broth and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
Let simmer for 2–3 minutes.
Step 5: Make It Creamy
Stir in:
Heavy cream
Parmesan cheese
Italian seasoning
Red pepper flakes (if using)
Simmer for 3–5 minutes until the sauce begins to thicken.
Step 6: Finish Cooking the Chicken
Return the chicken to the skillet.
Spoon the sauce over the chicken.
Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5–7 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Step 7: Garnish and Serve
Top with:
Fresh basil
Extra Parmesan cheese
Serve immediately.
Serving Suggestions
Marry Me Chicken pairs perfectly with:
Cavatappi pasta
Fettuccine
Mashed potatoes
White rice
Crusty bread
Roasted vegetables
Illustrated Recipe
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Short Recipe
Season chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning. Sear in a hot skillet until golden, then set aside.
In the same pan, sauté garlic and sun-dried tomatoes. Stir in tomato paste, chicken broth, heavy cream, Parmesan, Romano, and Italian seasoning. Simmer until smooth and creamy.
Return the chicken to the skillet and spoon the sauce over the top. Simmer until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened.
Finish with fresh basil and extra Parmesan. Serve with pasta, mashed potatoes, rice, or crusty bread.