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Easy Marry Me Chicken

February 1, 2021 By Chrystal Leave a Comment

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Creamy, tangy, savory and delicious, this easy Marry Me Chicken recipe is super simple to make and quite scrumptious.

A cast iron skillet filled with chicken in a creamy sauce toped with sundried tomatoes and parsley.

EASY MARRY ME CHICKEN RECIPE

This Marry Me Chicken recipe, also sometimes called Man Pleasing Chicken (which is comical in my opinion), has been around for quite a while. It's said that if you cook this for your partner, they will propose to you on the spot.

It really is that good.

Garlic, sundried tomatoes, red pepper flakes, parmesan cheese, and heavy cream all come together to create this decadent keto chicken dish that nobody can get enough of.

If you like chicken recipes, try my Keto Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole recipe too.

Marry Me Chicken is made in one pan - a large cast iron skillet is recommended - and ready in under 40 minutes.

Ingredients for marry me chicken in separate bowls, including chicken, spices, sundried tomatoes, and parmesan cheese.

INGREDIENTS IN EASY MARRY ME CHICKEN

Olive Oil - Sear your chicken in olive oil before making the delicious sauce.

Chicken Breasts - Boneless chicken breasts work really well for this recipe as they cook evenly and are already perfectly portioned.

Salt - Proper seasoning is key to making marry me chicken.

Pepper - Another needed seasoning for your chicken breasts.

Garlic - Minced garlic, and a good amount of it, is part of what makes this chicken so amazingly flavorful.

Thyme - Dried thyme adds an herbal warmth to the sauce.

Oregano - Dried Oregano works with the thyme to amp up the savory flavors of the dish.

Red Pepper Flakes - We use ½ of a teaspoon to add just a little bit of heat. Add more or less to your liking.

Chicken Broth - We suggest using a low sodium broth so you can control the amount of salt in the dish.

Heavy Cream - This is what gives the sauce for the chicken its smooth creamy texture.

Sundried Tomatoes - This is probably the star ingredient in this dish. Sundried tomatoes have a sour tang to them that elevates the flavors perfectly.

Parmesan Cheese - Parmesan adds umami flavor and helps to thicken the sauce.

If you have any questions, please leave a comment below and I will get back to you.

Photo collage of six steps to make marry me chicken in a cast iron skillet.

HOW TO MAKE EASY MARRY ME CHICKEN

  1. Season both sides of the chicken with salt and pepper.
  2. In a preheated skillet, sear the chicken in olive oil as directed in recipe. Set chicken aside.
  3. Add the minced garlic to the hot skillet and cook until fragrant. Add the thyme, oregano, red pepper flakes, chicken broth, and heavy cream.  Cook as directed, stirring often.
  4. Stir in the sundried tomatoes and parmesan cheese. 
  5. Return the cooked chicken to skillet and spoon the sauce over the chicken.
  6. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.

These numbered steps match the numbered photos above and are for illustration purposes. For the complete list of ingredients and instructions, please see the recipe below.

Closeup of marry me chicken. chicken breasts in a creamy sauce topped with sundried tomatoes and parsley.

IS MARRY ME CHICKEN KETO?

This Keto Marry Me Chicken is definitely great for a Keto diet. Each serving has about 5 grams of net carbs.

For a full and filling keto meal, serve this chicken with your favorite vegetables or cauliflower rice to soak up all of the delicious sauce.

For another keto sauce mopping option, I recommend trying our Keto Rolls with this chicken.

A cast iron skillet filled with chicken in a creamy sauce toped with sundried tomatoes and parsley, with the title, Marry Me Chicken.

WHAT KIND OF CHICKEN SHOULD I USE FOR MARRY ME CHICKEN

Boneless, skinless chicken breasts are used to make this version of Keto Marry Me Chicken, and this recipe is designed for that.

If you want to, you can use other boneless cuts of chicken such as boneless thighs or chicken tenderloins. The cook time for those should be about the same, but always check for doneness of 165F with chicken.

Using any bone in cuts of chicken will make the cook time longer, but I'd love to hear if you've tried it.

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a cast iron skillet filled with chicken in a creamy sauce toped with sundried tomatoes and parsley.

Easy Marry Me Chicken

Yield: 4 Servings
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 28 minutes
Total Time: 38 minutes

Creamy, tangy, savory and delicious, this easy Marry Me Chicken recipe might just make anyone you serve it to fall in love.

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 3-4 chicken breasts (about 1 ½ lbs.)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon pepper
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • ¾ cup low sodium chicken broth
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup sundried tomatoes, chopped
  • ¼ cup fresh-grated parmesan cheese

Instructions

    1. Preheat your oven to 375F degrees.
    2. In a large cast iron skillet (or oven-safe skillet) heat oil over medium heat.
    3. Season both sides of the chicken with salt and pepper.
    4. Sear both sides of the chicken, about 5 minutes per side.  Transfer chicken to a plate; set aside.
    5. Add the minced garlic to the hot skillet and cook for 1 minute. Add the thyme, oregano, red pepper flakes, chicken broth, and heavy cream.  Cook for 5 minutes, stirring often.
    6. Stir in the sundried tomatoes and parmesan cheese.  
    7. Return the cooked chicken to skillet and spoon the sauce over the chicken.
    8. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
    9. Serve warm with your favorite sides.

Notes

  • Use a cast iron skillet or other oven-safe skillet to make this recipe so that you can finish it in the oven.
  • It's helpful to have all of your ingredients measured and ready before you start making the sauce. This helps to keep the kitchen neat and the cooking quick.

Nutrition Information:
Yield: 4 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 387Total Fat: 21gSaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 141mgSodium: 760mgCarbohydrates: 6gNet Carbohydrates: 5gFiber: 1gSugar: 4gProtein: 42g

The nutrition information for this recipe is an approximate total per serving. Please double check the nutrition information for your exact ingredients and brands.

© Chrystal
Cuisine: American / Category: Main Dishes

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