Description
Marry Me Chicken is a creamy, flavorful skillet chicken dish featuring tender chicken cutlets cooked in a rich sauce made from garlic, chicken stock, heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and sundried tomatoes, finished with a touch of chili flakes and fresh basil for a comforting and elegant meal perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 3 large chicken breasts, boneless and skinless, sliced lengthwise into thin cutlets
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 6 tablespoons (50 grams) all-purpose flour
Cooking Fats
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) olive oil
- 2 tablespoons (28 grams) unsalted butter
Sauce
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup (240 ml) chicken stock
- 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
- ½ cup (43 grams) Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 teaspoon chili flakes
- ¼ teaspoon oregano
- ¼ teaspoon thyme
- â…“ cup sundried tomatoes, chopped
Garnish
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil leaves, chopped
Instructions
- Season and Dredge: Season the chicken cutlets with salt and pepper, then dredge each piece in flour, shaking off any excess to ensure an even coating.
- Cook the Chicken: In a large skillet, heat olive oil and melt butter over medium heat. Swirl the pan to coat evenly. Add chicken and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer to a plate, cover, and set aside.
- Sauté Aromatics and Deglaze: In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for about a minute until fragrant. Pour in chicken stock, scraping any browned bits from the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon to deglaze.
- Prepare the Sauce: Reduce heat to medium-low, then stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Simmer for a couple of minutes until the sauce begins to thicken. Season with chili flakes, oregano, and thyme.
- Add Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Finish Cooking: Season with additional salt and pepper if needed, then add chopped sundried tomatoes. Return the chicken to the skillet, spoon sauce over, and let simmer for 4-5 minutes until the sauce is thickened and creamy.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with chopped fresh basil leaves. Serve warm over cooked pasta or rice for a complete, comforting meal.
Notes
- Use thinly sliced chicken cutlets for even cooking and a tender result.
- You can substitute sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil for added flavor and moisture.
- Adjust chili flakes according to your preferred spice level.
- Serve over your choice of pasta, rice, or even mashed potatoes for a hearty meal.
- Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 3 days and can be reheated gently on the stovetop or microwave.
