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Marry Me Chicken

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This Marry Me Chicken recipe is a creamy, flavorful dish with pan-seared chicken thighs in a rich sun-dried tomato sauce that’s irresistible! With a blend of seasonings and a creamy parmesan sauce, it’s a dish so good, you’ll be tempted to say yes!

Ingredients

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  1. For the chicken:

    • 6 Chicken Thighs
    • Onion powder, to taste
    • Garlic powder, to taste
    • Cajun seasoning, to taste
    • Pepper, to taste
    • Paprika, to taste
    • Italian herbs, to taste
    • Olive oil for searing

  2. For the sauce:

    1. 2 tbsp Butter
    2. 2 tbsp Fresh minced Garlic
    3. 1/2 cup Chicken broth
    4. 1/3 cup Heavy whipping cream
    5. Sun-dried tomatoes, to taste
    6. 1 tbsp White cooking wine
    7. 1/2 cup Fresh shredded Parmesan or Italian cheese
    8. Salt, to taste
    9. Pepper, to taste
    10. Italian herbs, to taste

Instructions

  • Season and pan-sear chicken: Season chicken thighs with onion powder, garlic powder, Cajun seasoning, pepper, paprika, and Italian herbs. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and pan-sear the chicken thighs until golden brown on both sides. Transfer the chicken to a separate pan.

  • Prepare the sauce: In the same skillet, add butter and minced garlic. Cook for about 3 minutes until fragrant. Add chicken broth, sun-dried tomatoes, and heavy whipping cream. Stir in seasoning and let simmer.

  • Add cheese: Stir in fresh shredded Parmesan or Italian cheese, and allow the sauce to thicken while stirring constantly.

  • Bake: Pour the sauce over the seared chicken thighs. Bake in the oven at 400°F (200°C) for 30-35 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.

  • Serve: Serve the Marry Me Chicken over mashed potatoes, pasta, rice, or crusty bread.

Notes

  • You can adjust the spice level by increasing or decreasing the amount of red pepper flakes.
  • For a lighter option, substitute half-and-half or milk for the heavy cream, but note that the sauce will be slightly thinner.
  • This dish pairs wonderfully with mashed potatoes, rice, pasta, or a side of crusty bread to soak up the creamy sauce.

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