Prepare to be smitten with ‘Marry Me Chicken,’ a creamy, flavorful Italian-American dish that’s become a culinary sensation. The name speaks for itself – this recipe is so delicious, it’s said to be capable of sparking a marriage proposal!
This delectable creation features tender seared chicken thighs bathed in a rich, creamy parmesan sauce. Countless variations of this trendy and hearty meal exist, with even culinary icon Mary Berry sharing her own version, known as Tuscan chicken. But one blogger, Diana from Little Sunny Kitchen, claims to have cracked the code for the ultimate ‘Marry Me Chicken.’
“This chicken dinner is so good that if you make it for your partner, a marriage proposal will be their next question,” she boasts on her food blog. “All you need to make this wonderful dish is just a few ingredients and half an hour of your time.”
A Simple, Indulgent Recipe:
Ingredients:
* Three large chicken breasts (boneless and skinless)
* 1/2 tsp salt
* 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
* 50g all-purpose flour
* 30ml olive oil
* 30g unsalted butter
* Three garlic cloves, minced
* 240ml chicken stock
* 240ml double cream
* 43g parmesan cheese, grated
* One tsp of chili flakes
* 1/4 tsp of oregano
* 1/4 tsp of thyme
* 1/3 cup of chopped sundried tomatoes
Method:
1.
Prep the Chicken:
Slice the chicken breasts lengthwise into thin cutlets. Season with salt and pepper. Dredge the chicken in flour, shaking off any excess.2.
Sear the Chicken:
Heat the olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Sear the chicken cutlets in batches, ensuring they brown on the outside and cook through. Don’t overcrowd the pan. Set the cooked chicken aside.3.
Create the Sauce:
Add minced garlic to the pan. Deglaze the pan by scraping away any browned bits with a wooden utensil (metal can damage the pan). Add chicken stock and bring to a simmer.4.
Finish the Sauce:
Reduce the heat to medium-low and whisk in the double cream and grated parmesan cheese. Simmer for a few minutes, then stir in the chili flakes, thyme, and oregano. Season with additional salt and pepper to taste.5.
