Hamdi Saidani This Pioneer Woman Marry Me Chicken is a creamy and savory recipe, which is made with sun-dried tomatoes and Parmesan cheese. It’s a restaurant-quality dish, ready in about 40 minutes.
Pioneer Woman Marry Me Chicken Ingredients
- 4 (9- to 10-oz.) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Ground black pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 6 Tbsp. salted butter, divided
- 2 Tbsp. vegetable oil, divided
- 1/2 small yellow onion, finely diced (about 1/2 cup)
- 4 garlic cloves, grated or minced
- 1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper
- 2 Tbsp. tomato paste
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 2/3 cup dry-packed sun-dried tomatoes, sliced
- 1/2 tsp. Italian seasoning
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan, plus more for serving
- Flat leaf parsley, finely chopped, for serving
How To Make Pioneer Woman Marry Me Chicken
- Prep the chicken: Slice each chicken breast in half horizontally to create 8 thinner cutlets. Season both sides of the chicken with salt and pepper. Spread the flour in a shallow dish and dredge each cutlet in the flour, shaking off any excess.
- Sear the chicken: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter and 1 tablespoon of oil. Cook 4 of the chicken cutlets for 4 to 5 minutes per side, until golden brown. Transfer to a clean plate. Repeat with another 2 tablespoons of butter, 1 tablespoon of oil, and the remaining 4 cutlets.
- Sauté the aromatics: Reduce the heat to medium-low and melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter in the same skillet. Add the onion and cook for about 2 minutes until translucent. Stir in the garlic, red pepper flakes, and tomato paste, and cook for one more minute until the tomato paste darkens.
- Build the pan sauce: Pour in the white wine to deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Let the wine reduce by half, about 2 minutes. Stir in the chicken stock, sun-dried tomatoes, and Italian seasoning. Bring the sauce to a simmer.
- Finish the dish: Return the cooked chicken and any accumulated juices to the skillet. Let it cook in the sauce for 5 minutes. Stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, and let it simmer for 5 more minutes until the chicken is tender and the sauce has melded. Garnish with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan before serving.
Recipe Tips
- How to get the most tender chicken? Slicing the chicken breasts into thinner cutlets is key. This not only helps them cook faster but also ensures they cook evenly without drying out.
- Can I make this without wine? Yes. If you prefer not to use wine, you can substitute it with an equal amount of additional chicken broth to deglaze the pan.
- How to make a smooth, flavorful sauce? The secret is scraping up the “fond” – the browned bits left in the pan after searing the chicken – when you add the wine. These little bits are packed with flavor.
- What kind of sun-dried tomatoes are best? The recipe calls for dry-packed sun-dried tomatoes. If you use tomatoes packed in oil, be sure to drain them well before slicing and adding them to the sauce.
What To Serve With Marry Me Chicken
This rich and creamy dish is perfect served over something that can soak up the incredible sauce.
- Creamy mashed potatoes
- Cooked pasta, such as penne or fettuccine
- Crusty bread for dipping
- Roasted asparagus or steamed green beans
How To Store Marry Me Chicken
- Refrigerate: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. The sauce will thicken as it cools.
- Freeze: Freezing is not highly recommended as cream-based sauces can sometimes separate upon thawing.
Marry Me Chicken Nutrition Facts
- Serving Size: 1 serving (2 cutlets)
- Calories: 680 kcal
- Fat: 45g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Protein: 48g
Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.
FAQs
Why is it called u0022Marry Me Chickenu0022?
Legend has it that this dish is so irresistibly delicious that if you make it for your partner, they’ll be inspired to propose marriage!
Can I use chicken thighs instead of breasts?
Yes, boneless, skinless chicken thighs would be a delicious and extra-juicy alternative. You would not need to slice them in half, just cook them until they are golden brown and cooked through.
My sauce seems too thin. How can I fix it?
If your sauce isn’t as thick as you’d like, you can let it simmer for a few extra minutes to allow it to reduce further. The flour coating on the chicken should also help to thicken it slightly.
Try More Pioneer Woman Recipes:
- Pioneer Woman Green Chile Chicken Enchiladas Recipe
- Pioneer Woman Chicken Cacciatore Slow Cooker Recipe
- Pioneer Woman Chicken and Wild Rice Casserole Recipe
Pioneer Woman Marry Me Chicken Recipe
Description
A famously irresistible dish of tender, pan-fried chicken cutlets smothered in a rich and creamy sun-dried tomato and Parmesan sauce.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Season chicken cutlets with salt and pepper, then dredge in flour.
- In a large skillet, pan-fry the chicken in butter and oil in two batches until golden brown; set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté onion, garlic, red pepper, and tomato paste.
- Deglaze the pan with wine, then stir in chicken broth and sun-dried tomatoes.
- Return the chicken to the skillet and simmer in the sauce for 5 minutes.
- Stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese and simmer for 5 more minutes.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.
Notes
- u003cliu003eSlicing the chicken breasts into thin cutlets is key to ensuring they cook quickly and evenly.u003c/liu003eu003cliu003eDon’t clean the pan after searing the chicken; the browned bits are essential for a flavorful sauce.u003c/liu003eu003cliu003eFor the best flavor, use freshly grated Parmesan cheese instead of the pre-shredded kind.u003c/liu003eu003cliu003eThis dish is very rich, so a little goes a long way.u003c/liu003e
Pioneer Woman Marry Me Chicken Recipe
