Marry Me Chicken Casserole
Marry Me Chicken Casserole is creamy, cheesy, and loaded with sun-dried tomato flavor. This one-pan wonder is weeknight-easy but fancy enough to impress. Trust us—people might actually propose after one bite!
Equipment
- Skillet
- Casserole Dish
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 1 tsp salt to taste
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 2 cloves garlic minced (or use 1/2 tsp garlic powder)
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes chopped, oil-packed preferred
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese grated
- 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded, for topping
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Season chicken with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet and sear chicken for 2–3 minutes per side until golden (not fully cooked).
- In a bowl, whisk together heavy cream, chicken broth, garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, parmesan, and Italian seasoning.
- Place seared chicken in a casserole dish. Pour cream mixture over the top and sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.
- Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and sauce is bubbly. Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
For a lighter version, use half-and-half instead of cream. Roasted red peppers can replace sun-dried tomatoes. To reheat, add a splash of broth or milk to keep the sauce creamy. Leftovers stay fresh for up to 4 days in the fridge. Freezing is possible but may slightly affect sauce texture.
Nutrition
Calories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 36gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 18gCholesterol: 145mgSodium: 570mgPotassium: 620mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1050IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 180mgIron: 1.8mg
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