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Creamy, tangy, savory and delicious, this easy Marry Me Chicken recipe is super simple to make and quite scrumptious.
If you would like to try another creamy chicken dish, our Tuscan Chicken recipe is perfect for you.
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Why you'll love this recipe
This Marry Me Chicken recipe, also sometimes called Man Pleasing Chicken (which is comical in my opinion), has been around for quite a while.
I've made it many times for my family and tested it with different types of chicken. It turns out great every single time. Plus the sauce is perfect on anything: pasta, rice, potatoes, cauliflower rice.....you name it.
Garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, red pepper flakes, grated parmesan cheese, and a ½ cup heavy cream all come together to create this decadent chicken dish in a cream sauce that everyone will love.
Marry Me Chicken is made in one pan - a large cast iron skillet is recommended - and ready in under 40 minutes. Perfect for those busy weeknights.
If you love easy chicken dinner recipes try this Oven Baked Chicken Legs recipe next. Looking for more than just chicken, look through our curated list of 21 easy dinner recipes that all take less than 30 minutes to prepare.
Reader Testimonial
So delicious!! One of our favorite meals. Chicken is tender and juicy. The sauce is heavenly. I serve with spiraled zucchini and sometimes bow tie pasta. Thank you for this amazing recipe!! Lindsey S.
Key ingredients
Garlic - Minced fresh garlic, and a good amount of it, is part of what makes this delicious chicken recipe so amazingly flavorful.
Thyme & Oregano - Dried Oregano works with the thyme to amp up the savory flavors of the dish.
Red Pepper Flakes - We use ½ of a teaspoon to add just a little bit of heat. Add more or less to your liking.
Chicken Broth or Chicken Stock - We suggest using a low sodium broth so you can control the amount of salt in the dish.
Heavy Cream - This is what gives the sauce for the chicken its smooth creamy texture.
Sun-dried Tomatoes - This is probably the star ingredient in this dish. Sun-dried tomatoes have a sour tang to them that elevates the flavors perfectly.
Parmesan Cheese - Parmesan adds umami flavor and helps to thicken the sauce.
If you have any questions about this easy chicken recipe, please leave a comment below and I will get back to you.
Step by step instructions
Step 1: Season both sides of the skinless chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
Step 2: In a preheated large skillet over medium, sear the chicken in olive oil for about 5 minutes or until golden brown. Set chicken aside.
Step 3: Add the minced garlic to the hot skillet and cook until fragrant. Add the thyme, oregano, red pepper flakes, chicken broth, and heavy cream.
Step 4: While stirring often with a wooden spoon, scrape the browned bits off the bottom of the pan. Stir in the sun-dried tomatoes and parmesan cheese.
Step 5: Return the cooked chicken to skillet and spoon the sauce over the chicken.
Step 6: Bake for 18-20 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through. You can check for 165F with a meat thermometer.
For the complete list of ingredients and instructions, please see the printable recipe card below.
For a dessert option, you might like this No Bake Biscoff Cheesecake or our Italian hangover cake. If you are living the low carb life, try our Low Carb Lemon Cake.
Expert tips
- We like to leave the chicken breast whole in our recipe, but to shorten the cook time you can cut them into chicken cutlets or pound them with a meat mallet.
- Definitely try to use freshly grated parmesan cheese. It's simply fresher and has so much better flavor. Use a box grater or handheld cheese grater.
- Sun-dried tomatoes usually come packaged in oil. Add a little bit to the pan with the olive oil and sear the chicken. It's a simple way to up the flavor profile of the chicken.
- Speaking of searing. Please let your skillet heat up before you add the chicken. Simple way to test is with a drop of water. It should immediately fizz when it hits the pan.
FAQs
What kind of chicken can I use?
The beauty of this recipe is that you can use any cut of chicken you have on hand.
We use boneless, skinless chicken breasts in this recipe, but I have made this recipe using 8 to 12 chicken tenderloins, and it turns out great.
I have also made it using 6 to 8 boneless, skinless chicken thighs. Again, turned out great.
I have not used any bone in cuts of chicken. If you do, the cook time will be longer. Use an instant read thermometer to ensure the temperature of the chicken is 165 degrees or higher.
Why is it called Marry Me Chicken?
It's said that if you cook this for your partner, a marriage proposal may be on its way. Definitely the best chicken recipe for a date night or special occasion.
Yes, it really is that good. So be careful who you cook it for.
Can this recipe be made ahead of time?
Yes, you can make this recipe in advance. Once it has cooled, store it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Simply place it in a pan on the stove to reheat.
Can you make this recipe without tomatoes?
Yes, you can definitely make this recipe without tomatoes. Not everyone is a fan of tomatoes. There is no need to replace them with anything, but feel free to explore.
How many carbs are in Marry Me Chicken?
Marry Me Chicken is definitely low on carbs, with each serving only having about 5 grams of net carbs.
For a full and filling keto meal, serve this easy chicken breast recipe with your favorite vegetables or cauliflower rice to soak up all of the delicious creamy sun-dried tomato sauce.
For another keto delicious sauce mopping option, I recommend trying our Keto Rolls or using the sauce in this recipe on our Zucchini Noodles or Low Carb Stuffing.
What to serve with marry me chicken?
This delicious creamy chicken dish pairs so well with a variety of side dishes. Here are a few ideas:
Pasta - The perfect complement to our delicious marry me chicken. For the best result, after you remove the pan from the oven, take the juicy chicken breasts out and spoon some sauce on top of it.
Place the cooked pasta in the pan with the remaining creamy parmesan sauce. Gently toss it over medium heat for a minute or two. This way the pasta is thoroughly coated in the creamy sauce.
On a low carb diet, try our Garlic Parmesan Zucchini Noodles instead.
Potatoes - Use the creamy sauce as a gravy on mashed potatoes or pour it over roasted potatoes.
Rice - a great side dish that will soak up this delicious sauce. If on a keto diet, use cauliflower rice.
Vegetables - This parmesan cream sauce will make any vegetable taste good. Pour it over Lemon Asparagus or an Keto Brussels Sprouts.
Bread - Created just for you to soak up the sundried tomato cream sauce. You can make a nice garlic bread or some Keto Rolls.
Creamy Polenta - make your own or purchase some premade polenta from your local grocery store.
Storage & Reheating instructions
Fridge - Before storing any meal, you should always let it cool to room temperature first. Place it in an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Freezer - We don't love freezing creamy recipes as they don't always thaw to the same consistency as when freshly made. If you want to freeze any leftovers, place them in an airtight container or freezer zip lock bag. Store up to 3 months.
Reheat - Whether from the fridge or frozen, it is best to reheat on the stovetop over medium-low heat. Adding a little bit of chicken broth to the pan will ensure the chicken stays nice and moist.
More chicken recipes
- Chicken Fritta
- Chicken Paillard
- Instant Pot Crack Chicken
- Sheet Pan Chicken and Brussel Sprouts
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Easy Marry Me Chicken
Creamy, tangy, savory and delicious, this easy Marry Me Chicken recipe might just make anyone you serve it to fall in love.
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 28 minutes mins
Total Time 38 minutes mins
Course Main Dishes
Cuisine American
Servings 4 Servings
Calories 387 kcal
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3-4 chicken breasts about 1 ½ lbs.
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- ¾ cup low sodium chicken broth
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup sundried tomatoes chopped
- ¼ cup fresh-grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375F degrees.
In a large cast iron skillet (or oven-safe skillet) heat oil over medium heat.
Season both sides of the chicken with salt and pepper.
Sear both sides of the chicken, about 5 minutes per side. Transfer chicken to a plate; set aside.
Add the minced garlic to the hot skillet and cook for 1 minute. Add the thyme, oregano, red pepper flakes, chicken broth, and heavy cream. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring often.
Stir in the sundried tomatoes and parmesan cheese.
Return the cooked chicken to skillet and spoon the sauce over the chicken.
Bake for 18-20 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
Serve warm with your favorite sides.
Notes
- Use a cast iron skillet or other oven-safe skillet to make this recipe so that you can finish it in the oven. Pleaselet your skillet heat upbefore you add the chicken. Simple way to test is with a drop of water. It should immediately fizz when it hits the pan.
- It's helpful to have all of your ingredients measured and ready before you start making the sauce. This helps to keep the kitchen neat and the cooking quick.
- We like to leave the chicken breast whole in our recipe, but toshorten the cook timeyou can cut them into chicken cutlets or pound them with a meat mallet.
- Definitely try to use freshly grated parmesan cheese. It's simply fresher and has so much better flavor. Use a box grater or handheld cheese grater.
- Sun-dried tomatoes usually come packaged in oil. Add a little bit to the pan with the olive oil and sear the chicken. It's asimple way to up the flavorprofile of the chicken.
Nutrition
Serving: 1Calories: 387kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 42gFat: 21gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 141mgSodium: 760mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4g
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