August 11, 2025

Marry Me Chicken

Juicy chicken in a creamy sun-dried tomato sauce with garlic, basil, and white wine—this Marry Me Chicken is rich, dreamy, and impossible to resist.

Prep Time: 15 minutes mins
Cook Time: 30 minutes mins
Servings: 4 servings

Pat dry the chicken and cut into thin cutlets or bite-sized cubes.
Place in a bowl with olive oil, salt, pepper, and cayenne. Toss to coat.
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add chicken in a single layer and sear until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
Lower heat to medium. Add sliced onion and sauté until soft and translucent.
Add garlic and cook until fragrant.
Deglaze the pan with white wine, scraping up the browned bits. Simmer until reduced by half.
Stir in tomato paste and water. Simmer over low heat until slightly thickened.
Add cream, sun-dried tomatoes, and basil. Stir to combine.
Return chicken to the pan and simmer until sauce thickens and coats the chicken.
Taste and adjust seasoning.
Serve hot with your favorite sides.

Pin These Before You Start

Slice Smart: Thinner chicken cooks faster and more evenly—ideal for soaking up all that sauce.
No Wine? No Problem: Use chicken broth with a splash of lemon juice or white vinegar for a similar tang.
Go Low And Slow: Once the cream’s in, keep the heat gentle to avoid splitting the sauce.
Make It Yours: Add spinach, mushrooms, or even a sprinkle of chili flakes for extra depth.
Leftovers Love Pasta: Store in the fridge up to 3 days—toss with pasta for an effortless second-day win.

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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