The Original Marry Me Chicken

The Original Marry Me Chicken

Delish’s original Marry Me Chicken is the perfect chicken recipe for date nights, special occasions, or any weeknight dinners.

10 min prep 40 min total 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 3 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
  • 4 boneless
  • Kosher salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • 1 tbsp. fresh thyme leaves
  • 1 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes
  • 3/4 c. low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1/2 c. finely chopped sun-dried tomatoes
  • 1/2 c. heavy cream
  • 1/4 c. finely grated Parmesan
  • Torn fresh basil

Instructions

  1. 1

    Arrange a rack in center of oven; preheat to 375°. In a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat, heat 1 Tbsp. oil. Generously season chicken with salt and black pepper and cook, turning halfway through, until golden brown, about 5 minutes per side. Transfer chicken to a plate.

  2. 2

    In same skillet over medium heat, heat remaining 2 Tbsp. oil. Stir in garlic, thyme, and red pepper flakes. Cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in broth, tomatoes, cream, and Parmesan; season with salt. Bring to a simmer, then return chicken and any accumulated juices to skillet.

  3. 3

    Transfer skillet to oven. Bake chicken until cooked through and an instant-read thermometer inserted into thickest part registers 165°, 10 to 12 minutes.

  4. 4

    Arrange chicken on a platter. Spoon sauce over. Top with basil.

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