Marry Me Chicken
A delicious and creamy chicken dish that combines tender chicken cutlets with a rich sauce, perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy night in.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 3 pieces Chicken breasts, sliced into thin cutlets Thinly sliced for quick cooking
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 1/4 teaspoon Black pepper
- 6 tablespoons All-purpose flour, for dredging Can be substituted with gluten-free flour
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced Add more if you love garlic
- 1 cup Chicken broth
- 1 cup Heavy cream or coconut cream for dairy-free
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated Can be substituted with dairy-free cheese
- 1 teaspoon Chili flakes
- 1/4 teaspoon Oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon Thyme
- 1/3 cup Sundried tomatoes, chopped, oil-packed
- 1 tablespoon Fresh basil, chopped, for garnish Don't skip this for flavor
Instructions
Preparation
- Season the chicken cutlets with salt and pepper. Dredge them in flour and shake off the excess.
- Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium heat. Sear the chicken on both sides until golden brown. Set aside.
- Sauté the garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add the chicken broth and deglaze the pan by scraping up any browned bits.
- Reduce the heat to medium-low, then stir in the heavy cream and parmesan cheese. Let it simmer for 2–3 minutes.
- Add the chili flakes, oregano, thyme, and sundried tomatoes. Stir to combine.
- Return the chicken to the skillet and let it simmer until the sauce thickens slightly, about 5–7 minutes.
- Garnish with chopped basil and serve immediately with pasta, rice, or bread.
Notes
Marry Me Chicken is best served hot. Pair it with pasta, rice, or crusty bread. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.