Marry Me Chicken {BEST Ever Recipe!}
Marry Me Chicken is a creamy one pan chicken recipe made with tender chicken breasts, Parmesan cheese, garlic, and sun-dried tomatoes.Ready in just 35 minutes, it's perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.Serve with pasta, mashed potatoes, or rice for an easy and comforting family meal.
Ingredients
- 650 g skinless boneless chicken breasts
- 50 g all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves crushed
- 150 g sun-dried tomatoes drained
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 150 ml double cream heavy cream
- 200 ml chicken stock
- 50 g grated Parmesan cheese
- 15 g fresh basil leaves
- Juice of ½ lemon
- Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and season lightly with salt and black pepper if desired.
- Coat each chicken breast evenly with the flour, shaking off any excess.
- Heat the olive oil in a large deep skillet over medium heat.
- Add the chicken breasts and cook for about 5 minutes on the first side until golden brown.
- Flip the chicken and cook for another 5 minutes.
- Transfer the chicken to a clean plate and reduce the heat to low.
- Add the crushed garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, oregano, and paprika to the skillet.
- Cook for 3–5 minutes while stirring until the garlic becomes fragrant and softened.
- Pour in the chicken stock followed by the heavy cream.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until completely melted and the sauce becomes smooth.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, nestling it into the creamy sauce.
- Cover with a lid and cook for 5 minutes.
- Turn the chicken over and continue cooking for another 5 minutes or until fully cooked and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Remove from the heat and stir in the fresh basil and lemon juice.
- Serve your Marry Me Chicken immediately over pasta, mashed potatoes, rice, or with warm crusty bread to soak up the delicious creamy sauce.
Notes
- Serve with buttered pasta for a classic pairing.
- Creamy mashed potatoes make an excellent side dish.
- Steamed vegetables such as broccoli, asparagus, or green beans balance the richness.
- Rice or cauliflower rice also works beautifully.
- Add crushed red pepper flakes for gentle heat.
- Substitute chicken thighs if preferred, adjusting cooking time accordingly.
- A sprinkle of extra Parmesan just before serving enhances the flavor.