Creamy, smoky, and sharp with lime, this Marry Me Chicken coats golden chicken cutlets in a sun-dried tomato sauce that feels rich without turning heavy.
Best served with: rice, wide noodles, or roasted baby potatoes
Marry Me Chicken
Ingredients
- 3 large chicken breasts
- 30 g all-purpose flour
- 15 ml olive oil
- 30 g unsalted butter
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 60 g sun-dried tomatoes chopped
- 250 ml heavy cream
- 120 ml chicken broth
- 50 g Parmesan finely grated
- 10 g chipotle in adobo finely minced
- 5 g dried oregano
- juice of 1 lime
- fresh cilantro chopped
- salt and cracked black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Slice the chicken breasts in half lengthwise to make cutlets.
- Season with salt and pepper, then dredge lightly in flour.
- Heat the olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear the chicken until golden and cooked through, about 4 to 5 minutes per side, then transfer to a plate.
- Add the garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, chipotle, and oregano to the same skillet and cook for 1 minute.
- Pour in the broth and scrape up the browned bits.
- Stir in the cream and simmer for 2 to 3 minutes, until slightly thickened.
- Stir in the Parmesan and lime juice until the sauce turns smooth and glossy.
- Return the chicken to the skillet and spoon the sauce over the top.
- Simmer for 1 to 2 minutes, then finish with cilantro.
Cook’s Note: Pound the chicken into even cutlets and sear in butter and oil without overcrowding; cook over moderate heat until the cutlets reach 165 °F, then simmer gently in the cream sauce—boiling will cause it to break.
Why This Recipe Works
A quick flour dredge helps the chicken brown and gives the sauce something to cling to. Sun-dried tomatoes, Parmesan, and cream build richness fast, while chipotle and lime keep the finish sharp and balanced.
Pairing Suggestion
Chardonnay or sparkling water with lime cuts through the creamy sauce; marinated olives make an easy pantry-side bite.
Leftover Strategy
Store leftover chicken and sauce in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat gently with a splash of water or broth, then serve extra pieces over pasta, rice, or greens.
Make It Yours
- Add smoked paprika for a deeper smoky edge.
- Swap lime juice for white wine vinegar for a sharper finish.
- Use chicken thighs instead of breasts.
- Serve over polenta for a softer, richer base.
Kitchen Connections
Foundation: Quick Creamy Skillet Sauce.
Next Dish: White Wine Parmesan Risotto.
