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The Marry Me Chicken Recipe – She Might Say YES ❤️

This creamy, flavorful, and irresistible Marry Me Chicken recipe is so good, it might just lead to a proposal! Juicy, golden-brown chicken is smothered in a rich garlic parmesan sauce with sun-dried tomatoes and Italian herbs, making it the perfect dish for date night, special occasions, or a comforting weeknight dinner.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients:

2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (sliced into thin cutlets)
1/2 cup all-purpose flour (for dredging)
Salt & pepper (to taste)
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp unsalted butter

Creamy Sauce:

3 cloves garlic (minced)
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes (chopped)
1 tsp dried oregano
1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
Fresh basil leaves (for garnish)

Instructions

Prepare & Sear the Chicken:

  1. Slice chicken breasts into thin cutlets.
  2. Dredge them lightly in flour, salt, and pepper.
  3. Heat olive oil & butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
  4. Sear chicken 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown.
  5. Remove and set aside.

Make the Creamy Sauce:

  1. Sauté garlic in the skillet for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  2. Pour in chicken broth, scraping up the browned bits.
  3. Stir in heavy cream, parmesan, and sun-dried tomatoes.
  4. Season with oregano and red pepper flakes.

Combine & Serve:

  1. Return chicken to the skillet, letting it soak in the sauce.
  2. Simmer for 3-5 minutes until the sauce thickens.
  3. Garnish with fresh basil, serve hot!
  • Author: Norah
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop, One-Pan Recipe
  • Cuisine: Italian-American

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