Marry Me Chicken Cheesy

Craving something absolutely delicious that won't keep you in the kitchen for hours? Meet Marry Me Chicken Cheesy. It’s the ultimate weeknight hero – incredibly quick to whip up, surprisingly healthy, and bursting with so much flavor you’ll be asking yourself to marry it too!

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Main Course

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon paprika
salt and black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon butter
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, for garnish optional

Equipment

Large skillet
Bowl

Method

Toss the chicken pieces with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1/2 teaspoon paprika, salt and black pepper to taste
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
1 tablespoon butter, 2 cloves garlic, minced
Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in Parmesan and mozzarella cheeses. Cook, stirring, until cheeses are melted and sauce is smooth.
1/2 cup heavy cream, 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese, 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Return the cooked chicken to the skillet. Stir to coat the chicken in the cheesy sauce. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired. Serve hot over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread.
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

Notes

This dish is a weeknight hero, incredibly quick to whip up, surprisingly healthy, and bursting with flavor. It's perfect for those evenings when busy schedules collide, proving that remarkable flavor can be achieved with minimal effort.