💍🍗 Marry Me Chicken

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💍🍗 Marry Me Chicken

Creamy, garlicky, flavor-packed chicken that’s so delicious… they just might propose!

This iconic dish has become a viral favorite for a reason — it’s unbelievably tender, perfectly seasoned, and coated in a rich, sun-dried tomato cream sauce that tastes like it came straight from a restaurant kitchen.

Whether you’re cooking for a special date night, treating your family, or simply craving a comforting, luxurious meal, this Marry Me Chicken guarantees empty plates and big smiles. It’s easy, fast, and made with simple ingredients that come together magically.

🛒 Ingredients

  • 6 chicken thighs (boneless or bone-in)

  • 1 teaspoon onion powder

  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

  • Salt & black pepper, to taste

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • 4 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 cup chicken broth

  • 1 cup heavy cream

  • ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes (drained & chopped)

  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

  • ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

  • Fresh basil, for garnish

⭐ How to Make Marry Me Chicken

7 Easy Directions

1. Prepare the Chicken

Pat the chicken thighs dry and season well on both sides with onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
This step builds deep flavor before cooking.

2. Sear Until Golden

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the chicken thighs and sear for 4–5 minutes per side, until beautifully golden.
Remove and set aside — they’ll finish cooking in the sauce.

3. Sauté the Garlic

In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium.
Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds, just until fragrant (don’t burn it!).

4. Build the Sauce Base

Pour in the chicken broth and scrape any browned bits from the bottom (this adds huge flavor).
Stir in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.

5. Add Sun-Dried Tomatoes & Cheese

Mix in sun-dried tomatoes, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and crushed red pepper flakes.
Allow the sauce to thicken slightly — it should become creamy and rich.

6. Return Chicken to the Pan

Nestle the seared chicken back into the sauce.
Cover and let simmer for 10–15 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.

7. Finish & Serve

Garnish with fresh basil and an extra sprinkle of Parmesan.
Serve hot over pasta, mashed potatoes, rice, or crusty bread to soak up that amazing sauce.

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