Marry Me Chicken Thigh (Print Version)

Tender chicken thighs cooked in a creamy sun-dried tomato and garlic sauce with Parmesan, perfect for weeknights.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chicken

01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
02 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
03 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
04 - 1 tablespoon olive oil

→ Sauce

05 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
06 - 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, drained and sliced
07 - 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
08 - 1/2 cup chicken broth
09 - 3/4 cup heavy cream
10 - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
11 - 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

→ Garnish

12 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil or parsley

# How to Make It:

01 - Pat chicken thighs dry and season both sides evenly with salt and pepper.
02 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken thighs for 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
03 - Add minced garlic to the same skillet and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
04 - Stir in sun-dried tomatoes and dried Italian herbs until well combined.
05 - Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the pan.
06 - Reduce heat to medium-low, add heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and crushed red pepper flakes if using. Simmer for 2 to 3 minutes until the sauce slightly thickens.
07 - Return chicken thighs to the skillet, nestle into the sauce, cover, and simmer for 10 to 12 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
08 - Sprinkle chopped fresh basil or parsley over the chicken before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Tender juicy chicken thighs in creamy sauce
  • Quick and romantic weeknight dinner
02 -
  • Serve with pasta rice mashed potatoes or crusty bread
  • Substitute chicken breasts for thighs if preferred adjust cooking time as needed
03 -
  • Use fresh basil or parsley to garnish for best flavor
  • Adjust red pepper flakes to your spice preference
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