Can I use chicken thighs instead of breasts?

Absolutely! Chicken thighs stay juicier and are more forgiving if slightly overcooked. Use the same cooking method and times.

What if my sauce is too thick or too thin?

If your sauce thickens too much while simmering, stir in chicken broth one tablespoon at a time until you reach your desired consistency. If it's too thin, let it simmer uncovered for a few extra minutes - the liquid will reduce and the sauce will thicken naturally.

Can I freeze marry me chicken?

I don't recommend freezing this dish. Cream-based sauces often separate and become grainy when frozen and thawed. This recipe is best enjoyed fresh or refrigerated for a few days.

Easy and Quick Marry Me Chicken Recipe with Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Sauce in 35 Minutes

Name: creamy Marry Me Chicken
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients: 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 to 2 pounds total); Salt and pepper to taste; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 3 to 4 cloves garlic, minced; ½ cup chicken broth; ¾ cup heavy cream; ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, drained and chopped; ⅓ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese; 1 teaspoon dried thyme; Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional); ¼ cup fresh basil, chopped (or fresh parsley)

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Tender chicken swimming in a creamy sun-dried tomato Parmesan sauce. Fancy enough for date night but easy enough for weeknights. Ready in 35 minutes.

Author: James Carter Jr
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Yield: 4 servings 1x
Category: Main Dish
Method: Pan-Seared, Simmered
Cuisine: Italian-American

Ingredients

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4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 to 2 pounds total)
Salt and pepper to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 to 4 cloves garlic, minced
½ cup chicken broth
¾ cup heavy cream
½ cup sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, drained and chopped
⅓ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon dried thyme
Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
¼ cup fresh basil, chopped (or fresh parsley)

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Instructions

Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels and season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
Heat olive oil in large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add chicken and sear for 5 to 6 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove to plate and set aside.
Add minced garlic to same pan over medium-high heat. Stir constantly for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
Pour in chicken broth and scrape up browned bits from bottom of pan with wooden spoon.
Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, thyme, sun-dried tomatoes, and red pepper flakes if using. Whisk together and simmer for 3 to 5 minutes until cheese melts and sauce thickens enough to coat back of spoon.
Return chicken and any accumulated juices to pan. Spoon sauce over chicken. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer gently for 8 to 10 minutes until chicken reaches internal temperature of 165°F.
Remove from heat and scatter fresh basil or parsley on top. Taste and adjust salt and pepper if needed. Serve hot with extra sauce spooned over each portion.

Notes

Pat chicken completely dry before seasoning for best searing and golden-brown color.
Don’t let sauce boil hard during final simmer or it may separate. Keep at gentle simmer.
Chicken thighs work beautifully as substitute – they stay juicier and are more forgiving.
Fresh garlic recommended over pre-minced for best flavor in this sauce.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
Calories: 420 kcal
Sugar: 4 g
Sodium: 580 mg
Fat: 26 g
Saturated Fat: 13 g
Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 9 g
Fiber: 2 g
Protein: 38 g
Cholesterol: 145 mg

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