High-Protein Marry Me Chicken Recipe
This High-Protein Marry Me Chicken is a healthier twist on the classic recipe, packed with bold flavors, tender chicken, and a creamy sauce—all without the heavy cream.
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts (or 4 small ones)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt & black pepper to taste
For the Sauce
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp butter optional, for extra richness
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup chicken broth low sodium
- ½ cup Greek yogurt or light cream for a protein-packed alternative
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes chopped
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes optional for spice
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
Step 1: Season & Sear the Chicken
- Pat the chicken dry and season both sides with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.
- Sear the chicken for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
Step 2: Make the Creamy Sauce
- In the same pan, add butter and minced garlic, sautéing for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan for extra flavor.
- Stir in sun-dried tomatoes, red pepper flakes, and Italian seasoning.
Step 3: Thicken the Sauce
- Reduce heat to low and whisk in Greek yogurt until smooth and creamy.
- Add grated Parmesan cheese, stirring until fully melted into the sauce.
Step 4: Combine & Simmer
- Return the seared chicken to the pan, spooning some sauce over the top.
- Cover and let it simmer for 5-7 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
- Garnish with fresh basil and serve hot!