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Marry Me Chicken Thighs (Tuscan Chicken)

This irresistible Marry Me Chicken recipe features tender chicken thighs bathed in a luscious creamy sauce infused with garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, and Parmesan cheese. This dish is a flavorful celebration perfect for any occasion. Everyone will fall in love with each bite of this savory goodness.

Instant Pot Low-Carb Creamy Garlic Tuscan Chicken Thighs in creamy sauce with parsley in a white bowl
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Why You Will Love This Recipe

  • Rich Flavor Profile: Marry Me Chicken is known for its rich and indulgent flavor profile. The combination of garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, herbs, and Parmesan cheese creates a savory and satisfying dish that appeals to many taste preferences.
  • Easy to Prepare: Despite its gourmet flavor, it’s relatively easy to prepare. It involves simple ingredients and straightforward cooking techniques.
  • Impressive Presentation: With its creamy sauce and vibrant colors from the sun-dried tomatoes and herbs, it looks beautiful on the plate.
  • Versatile: This dish can be served with various side dishes such as pasta, rice, or roasted vegetables. It can also be customized with additional ingredients or spices to suit individual tastes.
raw chicken thighs, chicken broth and Italian Seasoning in separate bowls

What Type of Chicken to Use

You can use bone-in chicken thighs, boneless chicken thighs, or even chicken breasts. Chicken thighs tend to be more moist and flavorful compared to chicken breasts, which will enhance the overall taste of the dish. 

Key Ingredients for the Sauce

  • Milk
  • Heavy Whipping Cream
  • Parmesan Reggiano Cheese
  • Cream Cheese
  • Garlic
  • Italian Seasoning
almond milk, cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, garlic, sundried tomates, and fresh spinach in separate bowls

How to Make Marry Me Chicken

Detailed measurements and full instructions can be found in the recipe card at the bottom of this post.

  1. Slow cook or pressure cook the chicken.
  2. Once the chicken has cooked, add milk, sundried tomatoes, cream cheese, whipping cream, parmesan reggiano, garlic, and spinach to the pot/slow cooker. Place the Instant Pot on the saute function. If using a slow cooker, ensure it’s warm.
  3. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the cheese has melted and the spinach has wilted.
  4. Combine cornstarch and water in a small bowl. Stir. Add it to the pot. This will thicken up the cream sauce. 
  5. Serve.
collage photo showing how to make Instant Pot Tuscan chicken with cream sauce and spinach

How to Use a Slow Cooker or Crock Pot

Cook the chicken for 4 hours on High or 8 hours on Low.

How to Substitute Milk

I actually use almond milk. Just about any milk will work in this recipe. If you are looking for a thick cream sauce, heavy whipping cream or half and half will produce a thicker sauce than milk. I’ve only tested almond milk, but other plant based milk may work as well. Just keep in mind, plant based milks are thin. If you omit the heavy cream and/or cream cheese, it will alter the texture of the sauce.

Substitutions and Add-ins

  • Bacon
  • Mushrooms
  • Artichokes
  • Broccoli
  • Asparagus
  • Bell Peppers
  • Basil
  • Thyme
  • Oregano
  • Cajun Seasoning
Instant Pot Low-Carb Creamy Garlic Tuscan Chicken Thighs in creamy sauce with parsley in a blue bowl

How to Store

You can store the dish tightly covered and sealed for 3-4 days.

How to Reheat

My favorite way is to reheat it on the stove until warm. You can also use the air fryer or standard oven and reheat at 350 degrees until warm.

If using the microwave, heat on high power in 1-minute increments, checking and stirring between each interval. Continue to heat until warm.

Freezer Tips

You can freeze the dish tightly covered and sealed for 2-3 months. Defrost overnight in the fridge.

close up photo of Instant Pot Low-Carb Creamy Garlic Tuscan Chicken Thighs in creamy sauce with parsley held with tongs

Pair With These Recipes

Southern Soul Food Green Beans with Bacon
Fried Potatoes and Onions
Fried Corn
Candied Carrots
Quick Sauteed Collard Greens

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Instant Pot Low-Carb Creamy Garlic Tuscan Chicken Thighs in creamy sauce with parsley in a white bowl
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Marry Me Chicken Thighs (Tuscan Chicken)

This irresistible Marry Me Chicken recipe features tender chicken thighs bathed in a luscious creamy sauce infused with garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, and Parmesan cheese. This dish is a flavorful celebration perfect for any occasion. Everyone will fall in love with each bite of this savory goodness.
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Course dinner, lunch
Cuisine American, Italian
Keyword chicken thighs and cream sauce, marry me chicken, marry me chicken thighs, Tuscan chicken thighs
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 226kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • 16-20 oz bone-in chicken thighs This was 4 chicken thighs for me. Fat trimmed if desired
  • 2 teaspoons Italian Seasoning Divided
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 4 oz cream cheese
  • 3/4 cup milk I used unsweetened almond milk.
  • 2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
  • 1/4 cup sundried tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup grated parmesan reggiano cheese
  • 3 garlic cloves Minced
  • 2 1/2 cups fresh spinach
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon water

Instructions

Instant Pot

  • Drizzle the olive oil into the Instant Pot. Place the Instant Pot on the Saute function.
  • Season the chicken with 1 teaspoon of the Italian Seasoning, salt and pepper to taste. Place the chicken in the Instant Pot and brown both sides of the chicken for 2-3 minutes on each side.
  • Add the chicken broth and remaining Italian Seasoning to the pot. Close the Instant Pot and Seal. Cook on Manual/High-Pressure Cooking for 14 minutes.
  • When the pot indicates it has finished, quick release the steam. Open the pot and remove the chicken.

Slow Cooker

  • Optional Sear: Follow the instructions above for searing the chicken, but use a pan on the stove.
  • Add the chicken, chicken broth and 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning to the slow cooker (I used 7quart).
  • Cook for 4 hours on High or 8 hours on Low.

Cream Sauce Instructions

  • Once the chicken has cooked, add the milk, sundried tomatoes, cream cheese, whipping cream, parmesan reggiano, garlic, and spinach to the pot/slow cooker. Place the Instant Pot on the saute function. If using a slow cooker, ensure it's warm.
  • Cook for 3-4 minutes until the cheese has melted and the spinach has wilted.
  • Combine the cornstarch and water in a small bowl. Stir. Add it to the pot. This will thicken up the cream sauce.  If your sauce isn't thick enough add an additional tsp of cornstarch with an additional tsp of water. Allow the sauce to continue to cook until it has reached your desired thickness. Stir repeatedly to ensure the sauce does not burn. It will take about 10 minutes to fully thicken.
  • Either add the chicken back to the pot with the cream sauce or place the chicken in a serving dish and drizzle the sauce throughout.

Notes

  • When using cornstarch to thicken the sauce ensure you aren’t using old, expired cornstarch. It needs to be fresh, otherwise you will notice clumps in the cream sauce.
  • Ensure the water and cornstarch are fully combined and stirred before adding it to the sauce. This will prevent clumping.
  • This dish is prepared with additional cream sauce than what is necessary for 4 pieces of chicken. This is my preferred way to prepare the dish, as I use the sauce to compliment side dishes like broccoli and cauliflower mash.  It also helps tremendously with reheating leftovers. No dry chicken!
  • If you desire less cream sauce, reduce the almond milk to 1/3rd or 1/2 a cup. The serving sizes of the remaining ingredients will stay the same.
 
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Nutrition (displayed with net carbs)

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 226kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 14g
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Recipe Rating




Kathy

Thursday 21st of September 2023

Please state sodium content on your recipes! Was really want to try this dish but info not provided

staysnatched

Friday 22nd of September 2023

Sodium varies based on the brands of the products you personally purchase. You will need to read the labels on your food.

Sydney

Monday 17th of April 2023

Love this simple tasty meal! Easy to make!

staysnatched

Monday 17th of April 2023

So glad to hear it!

Crystal

Sunday 13th of November 2022

This was so delicious and quick to make! The chicken thighs were so juicy and the extra sauce was great. Definitely going in the rotation!

staysnatched

Sunday 13th of November 2022

Glad to hear it will be in the rotation!

Ronda

Saturday 13th of August 2022

Tried this for my second time using my new instapot….huge success! My husband is still raving about it! Thanks so much for the yummy recipe!

staysnatched

Saturday 13th of August 2022

I’m glad you enjoyed it!

Ashley

Monday 1st of August 2022

This recipe is fantastic, easy, and makes great leftovers. I am challenged in the kitchen, and Brandi's tips & tricks make things simple :) We love this Tuscan Chicken with the Instant Pot Southern Green Beans.

staysnatched

Tuesday 9th of August 2022

Wonderful, I'm glad you enjoyed it.