Description
Creamy marry me chicken brings Italian-inspired romance to dinner tables with succulent chicken breasts bathed in a luxurious sun-dried tomato and parmesan sauce. Rich flavors and simple ingredients guarantee love at first bite, making it an irresistible meal you’ll want to share with someone special.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 6 Chicken Thighs
Seasonings and Spices:
- To taste Onion powder
- To taste Garlic powder
- To taste Cajun seasoning
- To taste Pepper
- To taste Paprika
- To taste Italian herbs
- To taste Salt
Cooking and Sauce Ingredients:
- As needed Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) Butter
- 2 tablespoons (30 grams) Fresh minced Garlic
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) Chicken broth
- 1/3 cup (80 milliliters) Heavy whipping cream
- To taste Sun-dried tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) White cooking wine
- 1/2 cup (50 grams) Fresh shredded Parmesan or Italian cheese
Instructions
- Infuse chicken thighs with a robust blend of savory seasonings, ensuring each piece is thoroughly coated with onion powder, garlic powder, Cajun seasoning, pepper, paprika, and Italian herbs.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high temperature, carefully searing chicken thighs until a golden-brown crust develops on both surfaces, then transfer to a separate baking dish.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic for approximately 2-3 minutes, releasing its aromatic essence.
- Incorporate chicken broth, sun-dried tomatoes, and heavy whipping cream into the skillet, creating a luxurious sauce base.
- Sprinkle fresh shredded Parmesan or Italian cheese into the simmering sauce, stirring continuously to achieve a smooth, velvety consistency.
- Lavishly pour the enriched sauce over the seared chicken thighs, ensuring complete coverage.
- Preheat the oven to 400F (200C) and bake the chicken for 30-35 minutes, guaranteeing thorough cooking and optimal flavor infusion.
- Once done, present the Marry Me Chicken atop a bed of mashed potatoes, pasta, rice, or alongside crusty bread for a delectable dining experience.
Notes
- Opt for high-quality chicken thighs with even thickness to ensure uniform cooking and juicy results.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese for a more robust and authentic flavor profile compared to pre-packaged options.
- Adjust seasoning levels to personal taste, reducing Cajun spices for milder palates or adding extra for bolder flavor intensity.
- Choose sun-dried tomatoes packed in olive oil for richer, more concentrated tomato essence that enhances the overall sauce complexity.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 278 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 280 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 21 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg