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Marry Me Chicken

Cultural Context

Marry Me Chicken is a contemporary American dish that gained popularity for its romantic name and rich flavors. It is often served at dinner parties or special occasions, appealing to those looking to impress their guests or loved ones. The dish combines tender chicken with a creamy sauce, making it a comforting and indulgent meal.

AmericanUSmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 tablespoons flour
salt
pepper
2 chicken thighs
1 onion
2 cloves garlic
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 cup tomato passata
1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes
1 cup Greek yogurt
1 teaspoon honey
1 cup frozen spinach
Parmesan cheese
fresh basil
black pepper

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: coconut cream

💰Cheaper: milk

Coconut cream is lower in calories, while milk is more budget-friendly.

chicken breasts

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: chicken drumsticks

Chicken thighs are more flavorful and cheaper than breasts.

Parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated cheese

Nutritional yeast is lower in calories and a good cheese substitute.

1

Chop fresh thyme and set aside.

2

In a bowl, add 2 tablespoons of flour and season with salt and pepper.

3

Dust the chicken thighs with the seasoned flour.

4

Heat a 12-inch cast iron skillet over medium to high heat.

5

Brown the chicken thighs in the skillet.

6

Slice up 1 onion and 2 cloves of garlic while the chicken is browning.

7

Add the sliced onion and garlic to the skillet once the chicken is browned.

8

Add 1 tablespoon of dried oregano and stir.

9

Pour in 1 cup of tomato passata and stir to combine.

10

Slice the sun-dried tomatoes and add them to the skillet.

11

Add 1 cup of Greek yogurt and stir until combined.

12

Add 1 teaspoon of honey and stir again.

13

Add 1 cup of frozen spinach and mix it into the sauce.

14

Cover the skillet and bring the mixture to a simmer.

15

Once simmering, sprinkle Parmesan cheese on top.

16

Transfer the skillet to the oven to finish cooking.

17

While the dish is baking, pick some fresh basil for garnish.

18

Once out of the oven, tear the basil over the dish and add black pepper to taste.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbaking

Equipment Needed

12-inch cast iron skillet

Spice Level:

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Dietary

dairy-free

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Chicken Marry MeMarry Me Chicken Recipe

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