Marry Me Chicken
If you're looking for a delicious and easy chicken dinner that's fancy enough for guests but simple enough for a weeknight, this Marry Me Chicken might just be your new favorite.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons all purpose flour or gluten free 1 to 1 baking flour
- 2 teaspoons Kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast or 4 chicken breast
- 6 cloves garlic minced
- 1 1/2 teaspoons dried thyme
- 1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes depending on how spicy you like
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 3/4 cup heavy cream or nondairy version
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese or nondairy version
- 1/2 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes in oil
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley as garnish
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves torn, as garnish
Instructions
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In a wide shallow wide bowl, mix together the flour, salt and pepper.
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Pat the chicken thighs dry with a paper towel. Dredge each piece in the flour mixture (on both sides). Set onto a plate.
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Heat a large skillet with high sides over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of oil and let heat for 1 minute until hot.
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Add the chicken into the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden.
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Transfer to a plate and set aside.
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To the now-empty skillet, add remaining 1 tablespoon oil, garlic, thyme, oregano and red pepper flakes. Saute 1 minute until fragrant.
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Deglaze the pan with the chicken broth and simmer for 2 minutes. Scrape any bits off the bottom of the pan as you mix with a wooden spoon.
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Whisk in the heavy cream and parmesan cheese and simmer for 2 minutes, mixing often.
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Mix in the sun dried tomatoes and simmer for 2 more minutes.
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Place the chicken back into the pack and spoon the sauce over. Cover and let simmer for 15-20 minutes. The chicken should register between 165°F and 175°F on an instant-read thermometer when ready.
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Turn off the heat, mix in the parsley and let sit for 10 minutes before serving.
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Garnish with torn basil leaves.
Recipe Notes
- Would be great with a can of artichoke hearts added and even some
golden raisins. - Preps great for meal prep & spoon over rice!