Favorite Marry Me Chicken 🍗
in our house, we’re don’t like chunks so we made this marry me chicken with a twist! we blended the sauce to create a creamy sauce that is delicious over rice, or even pasta!
ingredients:
- 1.5 lbs. chicken breasts
- 6 tbsp. flour
- 1 tbsp. olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup sun dried tomatoes (drained)
- 1 tsp. dried oregano
- 1 tsp. paprika
- 3/4 cup heavy cream
- 3/4 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese
- salt & pepper to taste
instructions:
1. coat the chicken breasts in the flour
2. in a large frying pan, heat the oil over a medium heat. when it's hot, carefully add the chicken breasts. cook for 5 minutes, then flip and cook for another 5 minutes
3. remove the chicken from the pan, turn the heat to low and add the garlic, sun dried tomatoes, oregano and paprika. cook for 3-5 minutes until the garlic is softened
4. add the cream, broth, parmesan and salt and pepper and give everything a good stir
5. carefully pour the sauce into a blender and blend until incorporated/no chunks.
6. pour the sauce back into the pan and add the chicken back in as well
7. put the lid on the pan and cook for 5 minutes. turn the chicken and cook for another 5 minutes, or until chicken is fully cooked
8. serve over your choice of rice or pasta 🥰
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One of the best parts of this Marry Me Chicken recipe is the creamy sauce that truly elevates the dish. Blending the sauce after cooking the garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, and spices allows it to become smooth and velvety — perfect for those who prefer no chunky textures. This technique also helps the sauce coat the chicken and your choice of base, whether rice or pasta, evenly and deliciously. In my experience cooking this dish, I’ve found that using sun-dried tomatoes adds a rich umami flavor that pairs beautifully with the garlic and oregano. Make sure to drain them well before adding to the pan to avoid excess liquid which could dilute the sauce. Additionally, substituting chicken breasts with thighs can yield a juicier result due to their higher fat content, while the flour coating adds a light crust to seal in moisture. When blending, be cautious with the hot sauce in the blender to prevent splatters—removing the lid slightly or using an immersion blender in the pan can be safer options. The creamy consistency achieved with heavy cream and parmesan cheese adds a luxurious mouthfeel making each bite indulgent. Serving this Marry Me Chicken over steamed jasmine rice or al dente pasta complements the robust sauce perfectly. For a well-rounded meal, I recommend pairing it with broccoli or a light mixed green salad, which balances the richness. This recipe is also fantastic for meal prep, as the flavors develop further in the fridge, making leftovers even more enjoyable. Overall, blending the sauce gives this classic dish a unique twist that is both comforting and elegant. Whether for a weeknight dinner or special occasion, it’s a crowd-pleaser that’s easy to prepare and sure to impress.
That looks so bomb 😍