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Marry Me Chicken Bites
Ben Chelin
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Marry Me Chicken Bites
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Ben Chelin
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Marry Me Chicken Bites

Minimal steps, maximum taste: a no-fuss dinner to win hearts. This creamy chicken dish is quick to prepare and packed with flavor, perfect for a special weeknight meal.
#Chicken
#Creamy
#Quick Dinner
#Easy Recipe
#Comfort Food
Seasoned Chicken
Seasoned Chicken

Recipe Information

10m
Prep Time
17m
Cook Time
27m
Total Time
4
Servings
Easy
American
English
Nutrition (per serving)
497
Calories
34g
Protein
4g
Carbs
31g
Fat
Browning Chicken
Browning Chicken

Ingredients

  • Chicken Breasts
    (cubed (approx. 400g))

    2 pieces
  • Olive Oil

    1 tbsp
  • Paprika

    2 tsp
  • Garlic Powder

    2 tsp
  • Seasoning Salt

    1 tsp
  • Italian Seasoning

    1 tsp
  • Black Pepper

    1 tsp
  • White Cooking Wine

    1 cup
  • Unsalted Butter

    2 tbsp
  • Garlic Cloves
    (minced)

    5 cloves
  • Neutral Oil
    ((like avocado oil))

    1 tbsp
  • Shallot
    (minced)

    1 piece
  • Sun-dried Tomatoes
    (chopped)

    1 cup
  • Heavy Cream
    ((Assumed from typical Marry Me Chicken recipes))

    1 cup
  • Chicken Broth
    ((Assumed from typical Marry Me Chicken recipes))

    1 cup
  • Parmesan Cheese
    (grated (optional, assumed))

    1 cup
Servings: 4
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Creamy Sauce
Creamy Sauce

Instructions

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  • 1

    Cube the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and season them generously with paprika, garlic powder, seasoning salt, Italian seasoning, and black pepper.
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    Cube the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and season them generously with paprika, garlic powder, seasoning salt, Italian seasoning, and black pepper.
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    Ensure chicken is evenly coated for maximum flavor.
  • 2

    Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken bites and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.
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    Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken bites and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.
    6m

    Don't overcrowd the pan; cook in batches if necessary for proper browning.
  • 3

    In the same skillet, melt butter with neutral oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic, shallot, and chopped sun-dried tomatoes. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
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    In the same skillet, melt butter with neutral oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic, shallot, and chopped sun-dried tomatoes. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
    3m

    Keep an eye on the garlic to prevent burning, which can turn bitter.
  • 4

    Deglaze the pan with white cooking wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Stir in the heavy cream and chicken broth, bringing the sauce to a gentle simmer.
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    Deglaze the pan with white cooking wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Stir in the heavy cream and chicken broth, bringing the sauce to a gentle simmer.
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    Deglazing adds depth of flavor from the caramelized bits.
  • 5

    Return the cooked chicken bites to the skillet. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, if using, and continue to simmer for 3-5 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly and the flavors to meld.
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    Return the cooked chicken bites to the skillet. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, if using, and continue to simmer for 3-5 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly and the flavors to meld.
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    Stir occasionally to prevent sticking and ensure even heating of the sauce.
  • 6

    Serve the Marry Me Chicken Bites hot, garnished with fresh basil or parsley if desired. Excellent with pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes.
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    Serve the Marry Me Chicken Bites hot, garnished with fresh basil or parsley if desired. Excellent with pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes.
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    For a richer sauce, let it simmer a bit longer, but don't over-reduce.
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