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Marry Me Chicken

Recipe from an Instagram reelAdded 1 August 2026.

10 minutes to prep, 20 to cook. A silky one‑skillet chicken dish that blends creamy coconut milk with sweet sun‑dried tomatoes for a rich, indulgent flavor. The sauce is velvety smooth, making it a crowd‑pleasing dinner that feels fancy yet comes together quickly.

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Marry Me Chicken, a frame from the Instagram video

Method

  1. Gather all ingredients and measure them out; chop the sun‑dried tomatoes and cut the chicken into bite‑size pieces.

  2. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add 2 tbsp olive oil, allowing it to shimmer.

  3. Add the chicken pieces in a single layer, seasoning with salt, pepper, and garlic powder, and brown on all sides (about 3‑4 minutes per side).

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: The chicken pieces brown across all sides. Keep them in one layer so they sear rather than steam.

  4. Once the chicken is nicely browned, reduce the heat to medium‑low.

  5. Pour in 1 cup coconut milk, stirring to deglaze the pan and incorporate any browned bits.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: The browned bits lift into the coconut milk as it enters the pan. Scrape the skillet gently to incorporate them.

  6. Add the chopped sun‑dried tomatoes, mixing them evenly into the sauce.

  7. Cover the skillet with a lid and let the mixture simmer gently for 12‑15 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (165°F) and the sauce thickens.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: The chicken is cooked through and the sauce thickens. Keep the simmer gentle while the covered pan cooks.

  8. Remove the lid, increase the heat to medium, and stir the sauce for another 2‑3 minutes to achieve a glossy consistency.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: The sauce becomes glossy as it reduces. Stir across the pan so it thickens evenly.

  9. Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.

  10. Serve the chicken hot, spooning extra sauce over each portion; it pairs well with rice, quinoa, or steamed vegetables.

  11. Allow any leftovers to cool to room temperature before refrigerating in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Tips while you cook

Prep the tomatoes first
Chop the sun‑dried tomatoes before heating the skillet.
Brown chicken in a single layer
Place chicken pieces in a single layer and brown 3‑4 minutes per side before reducing heat.
Simmer covered until done
Cover the skillet and simmer 12‑15 minutes until the chicken reaches 165 °F and the sauce thickens.
Finish with a quick glaze
After uncovering, stir the sauce 2‑3 minutes over medium heat.

Notes from ReelsMeals, based on this recipe's ingredients, times and method. They are not the creator's instructions.

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