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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
3 chicken breasts
olive oil
1 teaspoon chili flakes
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
2 tablespoons paprika
1 teaspoon onion salt
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 medium shallot
4 cloves garlic
flour
garlic powder
2 tablespoons butter
1 cup chicken stock
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
sun-dried tomatoes

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

Slice 3 chicken breasts in half to make 6 pieces.

2

Drizzle chicken with olive oil.

3

Season chicken with 1 teaspoon chili flakes, 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning, 2 tablespoons paprika, 1 teaspoon onion salt, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, coating both sides.

4

Thinly dice 1 medium shallot and set aside.

5

Press 4 cloves of garlic using a garlic presser.

6

Coat chicken on both sides in flour, lightly seasoned with garlic powder.

7

Heat oil from sun-dried tomatoes and 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet.

8

Cook chicken until browned for about 4 minutes on each side, then set aside.

9

Drain some oil from the skillet and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter.

10

Add shallots to the skillet and cook until aromatic.

11

Add garlic and sauté for a few minutes, then deglaze the pan with 1 cup of chicken stock.

12

Stir in 1 cup of heavy cream and 1/2 cup of freshly grated Parmesan cheese.

13

Add 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning and 1 teaspoon of onion salt.

14

Add sun-dried tomatoes and let the sauce simmer for about 5 minutes or until visibly thicker.

15

Taste for salt and adjust if needed.

16

Add the cooked chicken back into the sauce and let it simmer for about another 5 minutes.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbaking

Equipment Needed

skilletgarlic pressermeasuring cups

Spice Level:

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Dietary

gluten-free

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Chicken Marry MeMarry Me Chicken Recipe

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