Ingredient notes
- Chicken
- Use similarly sized breasts and pound the thick ends to about 3/4 inch.
- Sun-dried tomatoes
- Drain oil-packed tomatoes well before chopping.
- Parmesan
- Finely grate a block so it melts without clumping.
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Creamy Marry Me Chicken with Sun-Dried Tomatoes
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Make creamy Marry Me Chicken with golden chicken, Parmesan and sun-dried tomatoes. Detailed sauce, doneness and reheating guidance included.
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Marry Me Chicken
Golden chicken in a creamy Parmesan sauce with sun-dried tomatoes, garlic and basil.
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Why this recipe works
- Evenly pounded chicken cooks at the same rate from edge to centre.
- The browned pan juices flavour the cream sauce.
- Parmesan is added over gentle heat so the sauce stays smooth.
Practical substitutions
These are conservative alternatives based on standard kitchen practice; results may vary from the original recipe.
- Boneless chicken thighs may be used; cook to at least 165°F (74°C).
- Use half-and-half for a lighter sauce, understanding it will be thinner.
Troubleshooting
- The sauce separates
- Lower the heat before adding cream and Parmesan, and never let the finished sauce boil hard.
- The chicken is dry
- Use an instant-read thermometer and remove it as soon as the centre reaches 165°F (74°C).
Storage and freezing
- Refrigerate within two hours and use within three days.
- Reheat gently over low heat with a splash of broth; high heat can split the sauce.
THE BUTTER & BLOOM RECIPE
Marry Me Chicken
Print-friendly layout- Preparation time
- 21 min
- Cooking time
- 1 min
- Total time
- 22 min
- Yield
- 6 servings
- Cuisine
- North American
- Updated
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 4 garlic cloves
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 3/4 cup cream
- 3/4 cup Parmesan
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Fresh basil
Detailed directions for Marry Me Chicken
- Pound chicken to even thickness, season and sear in oil until golden; remove before fully cooked.
- Cook garlic and tomatoes in butter for 1 minute, then add broth, cream and seasoning.
- Simmer gently, stir in Parmesan and return chicken to the skillet.
- Cook until sauce coats a spoon and chicken reaches 165°F (74°C); finish with basil.
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COMMON QUESTIONS
Marry Me Chicken FAQ
Why is it called Marry Me Chicken?
The playful name refers to a creamy, impressive dish said to be good enough to inspire a proposal.
What should I serve with it?
Pasta, mashed potatoes or crusty bread are useful for the sauce, with a green vegetable alongside.
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