Herb-Infused Marry Me Chicken

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · ·

Elevated with rosemary and tarragon in a silky coconut cream sauce, featuring tender chicken and sun-dried tomatoes for a sophisticated weeknight dish. This french-inspired chicken (dairy-free, whole30) ready in about 25 minutes pairs (6 oz each) chicken breasts, olive oil, (minced) garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 410 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 French cuisine 410 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat chicken breasts dry and season with 3/4 tsp sea salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Heat 2 tsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  2. Step 2: Add chicken and cook for 5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through (165°F internal temperature). Transfer to a plate.
  3. Step 3: Reduce heat to medium, add 4 minced garlic cloves to the skillet, and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in 3 tbsp sun-dried tomatoes and cook for 2 minutes until softened.
  4. Step 4: Pour in 3/4 cup coconut cream, 1 tsp chopped rosemary, and 1/2 tsp lemon zest. Simmer for 4 minutes until sauce thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
  5. Step 5: Return chicken to the pan, spooning sauce over the top. Add 1 tbsp chopped tarragon and simmer for 2 minutes until chicken is heated through and sauce is glossy.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Herb-Infused Marry Me Chicken take to make?

Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Herb-Infused Marry Me Chicken?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep (6 oz each) chicken breasts from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Herb-Infused Marry Me Chicken?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Herb-Infused Marry Me Chicken for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

Is Herb-Infused Marry Me Chicken dairy-free?

Yes — this recipe is tagged dairy-free, whole30 based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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