Marry Me Chicken

Marry Me Chicken

If you’re looking to impress someone or just want to treat yourself to a delicious meal, this “Marry Me Chicken” recipe is sure to do the trick. With its rich and creamy sauce, perfectly seasoned chicken thighs, and the depth of flavor from sun-dried tomatoes, this dish is bound to become a favorite.

Ingredients:

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 pan searing)

For the Sauce:

• 2 tbsp butter
• 2 tbsp fresh minced garlic
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 1/3 cup heavy whipping cream
• Sun-dried tomatoes (to taste)
• 1 tbsp white cooking wine
• 1/2 cup fresh shredded Parmesan or Italian cheese
• Salt (to taste)
• Pepper (to taste)
• Italian herbs (to taste)

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven:

• Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

1. Season and Sear the Chicken:

• Season the chicken thighs with onion powder, garlic powder, Cajun seasoning, pepper, paprika, and Italian herbs.
• In a skillet, heat a small amount of olive oil over medium-high heat.
• Pan-sear the chicken thighs on both sides until they are golden brown. This should take about 3-4 minutes per side.
• Transfer the seared chicken thighs to a separate baking pan.

1. Prepare the Sauce:

• In the same skillet used for the chicken, add 2 tablespoons of butter and the minced garlic. Cook for about 3 minutes until the garlic is fragrant.
• Add the chicken broth, sun-dried tomatoes, and heavy whipping cream. Stir to combine.
• Add 1 tablespoon of white cooking wine, salt, pepper, and Italian herbs to taste. Allow the sauce to simmer for a few minutes.
• Gradually add the shredded Parmesan or Italian cheese while constantly stirring until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is creamy.

1. Bake the Chicken:

• Pour the prepared sauce over the chicken thighs in the baking pan.
• Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked through and the sauce is bubbly.

1. Serve:

• Serve the “Marry Me Chicken” over mashed potatoes, making sure to spoon plenty of the delicious sauce over the top.

1. Enjoy:

• Indulge in the rich and creamy flavors of this irresistible chicken dish!

This “Marry Me Chicken” recipe is sure to make a lasting impression. Whether you’re cooking for a special someone or simply treating yourself, the combination of perfectly seasoned chicken thighs and the decadent sauce is a winner. Enjoy!

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