Marry Me Chicken

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast (thick breasts, split in half horizontally to make 8 thinner pieces)
• 1 tsp Kosher Salt (coarse, for seasoning)
• 1 tsp Garlic Powder
• 1 tsp Italian Seasoning
• ½ tsp Black Pepper (freshly ground)
• 2 tbsp Olive Oil (for brushing grill)
• 4 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 2 tbsp Fresh Thyme (chopped leaves)
• ½ cup Chicken Stock (low‑sodium)
• ½ cup Heavy Cream
• ¼ cup Sun‑Dried Tomatoes (chopped, oil‑packed preferred)
• ¼ tsp Crushed Red Chili Flakes
• ¼ cup Parmesan Cheese (freshly grated)
• 2 cups Mashed Potatoes (optional side, prepared separately)
• 1 cup Green Beans (trimmed, cooked with fire‑roasted peppers)
• ¼ cup Fire‑Roasted Peppers (sliced, optional)

Instructions

1. Trim and Split Chicken

   Remove any excess fat from the chicken breasts, then slice each breast horizontally to create two thinner pieces.

   Time: PT5M

2. Season Chicken

   In a mixing bowl, combine kosher salt, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and black pepper. Rub the mixture evenly over both sides of each chicken piece.

   Time: PT5M

3. Preheat Grill

   Heat the grill or grill pan on high until it’s very hot and you see a light smoke.

   Time: PT5M

4. Grill Chicken

   Brush the grill with olive oil, place the chicken pieces on it, and grill for 3‑4 minutes per side until a golden‑brown crust forms. Do not cook through; the center should remain slightly pink.

   Time: PT10M

5. Transfer to Baking Dish

   Arrange the grilled chicken pieces in a single layer in an oven‑safe baking dish.

   Time: PT2M

6. Sauté Garlic and Thyme

   In a small skillet, add a splash of olive oil, then sauté the minced garlic and chopped thyme over medium heat for about 30 seconds until fragrant.

   Time: PT2M

7. Create the Creamy Sauce

   Add the chicken stock and heavy cream to the skillet, stirring to combine. Bring to a gentle simmer for 2‑3 minutes.

   Time: PT3M

8. Add Flavor Boosters

   Stir in the chopped sun‑dried tomatoes and crushed red chili flakes. Cook for another minute.

   Time: PT2M

9. Finish with Parmesan

   Pour the sauce over the chicken in the baking dish, then sprinkle the grated Parmesan evenly on top.

   Time: PT2M

10. Bake

    Place the dish in a pre‑heated oven at 375°F and bake for 35 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and the cheese is golden and slightly crisp.

    Time: PT35M

    Temperature: 375°F

11. Plate and Serve

    Let the chicken rest 5 minutes, then serve over garlicky mashed potatoes with a side of green beans tossed with fire‑roasted peppers. Spoon extra sauce over the plate.

    Time: PT5M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

460

Protein

38g

Carbohydrates

12g

Fat

28g

Fiber

2g