Marry Me Chicken

why make this recipe

Marry Me Chicken is creamy, rich, and easy to make. It uses simple ingredients and gives big flavor. The sauce is silky and pairs well with many sides. You can cook it in a slow cooker, on the hob, or in the oven. It is a great weeknight meal that also works for guests.

introduction

This dish combines garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, parmesan, and cream to make a tasty sauce that coats the chicken. If you want a one-pan meal with orzo, try the Marry Me Chicken orzo in just one pan for an easy variation. The recipe is forgiving and works with chicken breasts or thighs.

how to make Marry Me Chicken

Ingredients :

• Boneless skinless chicken breasts or chicken thighs
• Garlic
• Sun-dried tomatoes
• Parmesan cheese
• Cream
• Chilli flakes or chopped fresh chilli (optional)
• Mashed potatoes, crispy potato cubes, roasted new potatoes, pasta, rice, or crusty bread (for serving)
• Green salad or steamed vegetables (for serving)

Directions :

• For the slow cooker method, combine chicken with garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, parmesan, and cream to form a rich sauce. Cook slowly until the chicken is tender and juicy.
• To cook on the hob, simmer the chicken gently in the sauce for 25 to 30 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened.
• To cook in the oven, bake the chicken and sauce covered at 180 degrees C (350 degrees F) for around 40 minutes.
• Always check that the chicken is properly cooked through before serving.
• Serve with sides of your choice and garnish with extra parmesan.

Step-by-step (simple):

1. Season the chicken with salt and pepper.
2. Brown the chicken in a pan if you like extra color, then set aside.
3. Add garlic and sun-dried tomatoes to the pan, cook briefly.
4. Pour in cream and stir in grated parmesan until the sauce is smooth.
5. Return chicken to the sauce and cook by your chosen method until done.
6. Taste and add chilli flakes if you want heat. Serve hot.

how to serve Marry Me Chicken

Serve the chicken with mashed potatoes, crispy potato cubes, roasted new potatoes, pasta, rice, or crusty bread. Add a green salad or steamed vegetables to balance the meal. Spoon extra sauce over the chicken and sides. Sprinkle more parmesan on top before serving.

how to store Marry Me Chicken

Cool the chicken and sauce to room temperature. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze in a freezer-safe container for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat gently on the hob or in the oven until hot. Reheat slowly so the cream sauce does not split.

tips to make Marry Me Chicken

• Use full-fat cream for a silkier sauce.
• Grate fresh parmesan for better taste than pre-shredded.
• If the sauce is too thin, simmer it a little longer to thicken.
• If the sauce looks split after reheating, whisk in a splash of cream or a little cold butter to smooth it.
• Check chicken with a thermometer—75°C (165°F) is safe for chicken.
• Use thighs for more juicy meat, breasts for leaner meat.

variation (if any)

• Add spinach at the end for color and nutrition.
• Use sun-dried tomato pesto instead of chopped sun-dried tomatoes for a stronger tomato taste.
• Swap cream for half-and-half or coconut cream for different richness and flavor.
• Add mushrooms or bell peppers in the sauce for more vegetables.

FAQs

Q: Can I use frozen chicken?
A: Yes. Thaw the chicken fully first. Cook as the recipe directs and check the internal temperature.

Q: Can I make the sauce without cream?
A: You can use half-and-half or a mix of milk and a little flour to thicken, but the texture will be lighter.

Q: How do I stop the sauce from splitting?
A: Cook the sauce gently and avoid boiling hard after adding cream. Stir often and finish on low heat.

Q: Can I make this ahead?
A: Yes. Make it a day ahead and reheat gently. The flavor can improve after resting.

Q: Is this spicy?
A: Not unless you add chilli flakes or fresh chilli. You control the heat.

Ellie

Marry Me Chicken

Marry Me Chicken is a creamy, rich dish made with simple ingredients and big flavors. It features a silky sauce of garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, Parmesan, and cream, making it perfect for both weeknight dinners and special occasions.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 45 minutes mins

Total Time 1 hour hr

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: American

Calories: 600

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Main Ingredients

• 4 pieces Boneless skinless chicken breasts or chicken thighs Thighs yield juicier meat.
• 4 cloves Garlic Minced or finely chopped.
• 1/2 cup Sun-dried tomatoes Chopped.
• 1 cup Parmesan cheese Grated.
• 1 cup Cream Full-fat for best results.
• 1 teaspoon Chilli flakes or chopped fresh chilli Optional for heat.

For Serving

• Mashed potatoes, crispy potato cubes, roasted new potatoes, pasta, rice, or crusty bread Choose any of these for serving.
• Green salad or steamed vegetables Balance the meal with sides.

Method

 

Preparation

1. Season the chicken with salt and pepper.
2. Brown the chicken in a pan if you like extra color, then set aside.

Cooking

1. Add garlic and sun-dried tomatoes to the pan and cook briefly.
2. Pour in cream and stir in grated Parmesan until the sauce is smooth.
3. Return chicken to the sauce and cook by your chosen method: slow cooker, hob, or oven until done.
4. Taste and add chilli flakes if you want heat.
5. Serve hot with sides of your choice and garnish with extra Parmesan.

Notes

Cool leftovers to room temperature and store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze in a freezer-safe container for up to 2 months.