Marry Me Chicken 💍🔥 Creamy, Savory, and So Good It Deserves a Proposal

Marry Me Chicken is a rich, one-skillet dish with pan-seared chicken simmered in a garlic cream sauce laced with sun-dried tomatoes, Parmesan, and herbs.

It’s bold, comforting, and built to impress — fast enough for a weeknight, romantic enough for date night.

Ingredients (Serves 4)

• 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1–2 tbsp olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• ½ cup chicken broth
• ¾ cup heavy cream
• ⅓ cup sun-dried tomatoes (oil-packed, drained and chopped)
• ¼ cup grated Parmesan
• ½ tsp chili flakes (optional but recommended)
• ½ tsp dried thyme or Italian seasoning
• Fresh basil or parsley, for garnish

Instructions

Step 1: Sear the Chicken

Season chicken with salt and pepper. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Sear chicken 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown and mostly cooked through. Remove and set aside.

Step 2: Build the Sauce

In the same pan, lower heat and add garlic. Sauté for 30 seconds, then deglaze with broth, scraping up browned bits. Stir in cream, sun-dried tomatoes, Parmesan, herbs, and chili flakes.

Step 3: Simmer to Perfection

Return chicken to the pan. Simmer 5–7 minutes until sauce thickens and chicken is fully cooked (internal temp 165°F). Spoon sauce over chicken as it simmers.

Step 4: Serve

Top with fresh herbs. Serve hot with a spoonful of sauce over each piece.

Serving Ideas

• Over pasta, mashed potatoes, polenta, or risotto
• With roasted veggies or a green salad for a lighter plate
• Sopped up with crusty bread or garlic knots
• Chilled leftovers make a killer sandwich or wrap

Flavor Variations

• Add sautéed spinach or mushrooms for depth
• Use white wine instead of broth for a brighter note
• Swap Parmesan for Pecorino or Gruyère
• Add a splash of lemon juice for acidity

Pro Tips

• Pound chicken to even thickness for faster, even cooking
• Don’t skip the sear — it adds flavor to both the meat and sauce
• Sauce will thicken as it cools — loosen with a splash of cream if needed
• Great for meal prep — stores and reheats like a dream

Final Thoughts

Marry Me Chicken is creamy, garlicky, and full of flavor — the kind of dish that turns simple ingredients into something seriously memorable. Romantic legend or not, one bite and you’ll understand the hype.

Sear it. Simmer it. Serve it with sauce. 💍🔥🍽️

💍 Explore Marry Me Dinner Recipes

Rich, creamy, and irresistibly comforting — these “Marry Me” dishes are the kind of meals that win hearts (and second helpings). Perfect for date nights, cozy dinners, or just impressing yourself.

🍗 Marry Me Chicken Recipe – The viral sensation: creamy, sun-dried tomato chicken that lives up to the name.
🍝 Marry Me Chicken Pasta Recipe – That same bold flavor wrapped in a creamy pasta hug.
🥣 Marry Me Chicken Soup Recipe – Cozy, creamy, and packed with savory depth.
🐟 Marry Me Salmon Recipe – A buttery, sun-dried tomato twist on your favorite fish.
🍲 Marry Me Chicken Orzo Recipe – Creamy orzo meets juicy chicken in a one-pan stunner.
🫕 Crockpot Marry Me Chicken Recipe – Same flavor magic, made even easier in the slow cooker.
🌱 Marry Me Chickpea Recipe – A plant-based version with creamy sauce and tender chickpeas.
🍤 Marry Me Shrimp Pasta Recipe – Sweet shrimp meets a silky, tomato-cream sauce.
🥓 Keto Marry Me Chicken Recipe – Low-carb but still full of bold flavor and creamy goodness.