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Marry Me Chicken

Irresistible Marry Me Chicken for a Perfect Date Night

Marry Me Chicken is a creamy and tender chicken dish that will steal hearts, making it perfect for a romantic dinner.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian-American
Calories: 500

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Thighs Can substitute with chicken breasts.
For the Sauce
  • ½ cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes Can substitute with roasted red peppers.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Half-and-half is a lighter alternative.
  • ½ cup Parmesan Cheese Pecorino Romano or Grana Padano can be used.
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth Vegetable broth can be a substitute.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Fresh garlic provides the best flavor.
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Use high-quality extra virgin for the best flavor.

Equipment

  • cast iron skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat the skillet by warming 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large cast-iron skillet over medium heat.
  2. Sear the 4 chicken thighs in the hot skillet, skin-side down, for about 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
  3. Flip the chicken and cook for another 5-7 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F, then remove and set aside.
  4. Sauté 3 minced garlic cloves and ½ cup of chopped sun-dried tomatoes in the same skillet for 2-3 minutes.
  5. Pour in 1 cup of heavy cream and add ½ cup of grated Parmesan cheese, stirring until thickened for 3-5 minutes.
  6. Return the chicken to the skillet, spoon the sauce over it, and let simmer for 10 minutes.
  7. Remove from heat, garnish with chopped fresh parsley, and serve with fettuccine or garlic mashed potatoes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 34gFat: 38gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 30gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.

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