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Creamy Marry Me Chicken Thighs Recipe Easy Sundried Tomato Sauce

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A comforting and elegant dish featuring tender chicken thighs simmered in a rich, creamy sundried tomato sauce with a hint of spice.

Ingredients

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  • 4–6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 1.5 pounds / 700 grams)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (extra virgin preferred)
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 3–4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup chopped sundried tomatoes (oil-packed)
  • 1 cup chicken broth (240 ml)
  • 3/4 cup heavy cream (180 ml)
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese (50 g)
  • 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs (oregano, basil, thyme mix)
  • A handful of fresh basil, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Season generously with salt and pepper on both sides. (About 10 minutes prep)
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Place chicken thighs skin-side down and cook without moving for 6-8 minutes until the skin is golden and crisp. Flip and cook 4 more minutes. Transfer chicken to a plate.
  3. Reduce heat to medium. Add 1 tablespoon butter to the pan. Once melted, stir in minced garlic and chopped sundried tomatoes. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not burnt.
  4. Pour in 1 cup chicken broth, scraping up browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Let simmer for about 3 minutes to reduce slightly.
  5. Stir in 3/4 cup heavy cream and 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese. Add red pepper flakes and dried Italian herbs. Stir gently until the sauce thickens slightly, about 4-5 minutes, until it coats the back of a spoon.
  6. Nestle the chicken thighs back into the sauce, skin-side up. Cover and simmer on low heat for 10-12 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). The sauce will thicken more as it cooks.
  7. Remove from heat. Sprinkle chopped fresh basil over the top for brightness and color. Serve immediately.

Notes

Pat chicken dry for crispy skin. Use medium-high heat for searing and low heat for simmering to avoid curdling the cream. Don’t overcrowd the pan. Stir sauce gently to prevent cheese clumping. If sauce thickens too much, add a splash of broth or cream to loosen.

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