Marry Me Chicken (Printable Version)

Tender chicken with sun-dried tomatoes and herbs, enveloped in a creamy sauce, then baked on a crispy base.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chicken & Sauce

01 - 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 12 ounces), diced
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
05 - 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
06 - 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
07 - 1/2 cup heavy cream
08 - 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese (about 1.5 ounces)
09 - 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil (about 2 ounces), drained and sliced
10 - Salt and black pepper to taste

→ Pizza

11 - 1 prepared pizza dough (about 10.5 ounces), room temperature
12 - 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (about 2 ounces)
13 - 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
14 - 1 tablespoon olive oil for brushing crust

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven to heat.
02 - Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add diced chicken, oregano, thyme, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Cook for 3-4 minutes until chicken is just cooked through.
03 - Add garlic and sun-dried tomatoes to the skillet; cook 1 minute until fragrant. Reduce heat to low, pour in heavy cream, and stir in Parmesan. Simmer 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until sauce thickens and coats the chicken. Remove from heat.
04 - Roll out pizza dough on a lightly floured surface to desired thickness. Transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet or hot pizza stone. Brush edges lightly with olive oil.
05 - Evenly spread the creamy chicken mixture over the dough, leaving a 1-inch border for the crust. Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.
06 - Bake for 12-15 minutes until crust is golden brown and cheese is bubbly.
07 - Remove from oven and top with fresh torn basil leaves before serving.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The iconic, velvety Marry Me Chicken sauce translates perfectly into a decadent pizza topping.
  • A 40-minute total time makes this American-Italian fusion dish accessible for busy weeknights.
  • Fresh basil and sun-dried tomatoes provide a vibrant burst of flavor that balances the rich heavy cream and Parmesan.
02 -
  • Ensure your pizza stone is thoroughly preheated to achieve that signature golden-brown, crispy crust.
  • Dice the chicken into small, uniform pieces so they distribute evenly across the pizza.
  • Don't forget to brush the edges with olive oil to give the crust a beautiful shine and crunch.
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