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Marry Me Chicken
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Marry Me Chicken

Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time35 minutes

Ingredients

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts
  • Salt and pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes optional for color
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth or stock
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Juice of 1/2 lemon plus zested, if you’re feeling fancy
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning or dried oregano
  • Fresh basil or parsley for garnish

Instructions

  • Season the chicken with salt and pepper. Don’t be shy—you’re building the base flavor here.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken until golden and almost cooked through. About 4–5 minutes per side depending on thickness.
  • Remove chicken briefly. In the same skillet, add garlic and tomatoes. Sauté until garlic is fragrant and tomatoes start to soften.
  • Pour in chicken broth and bring to a gentle simmer. Scrape up any browned bits—that’s flavor gold.
  • Lower heat, add cream, Parmesan, lemon juice, and Italian seasoning. Stir until the sauce thickens a bit and looks silky.
  • Return chicken to the pan. Simmer a few minutes until chicken finishes cooking and sauce coats every surface. Finish with lemon zest and fresh herbs.