Air Fryer Marry Me Chicken
Ready in about 33 minutes.
Updated 7 September 2026
Golden chicken breasts in a creamy sun-dried tomato and parmesan sauce so good it is said to inspire proposals. The air fryer sears the chicken while you make the luxurious sauce for an impressive yet easy dinner.
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 80 g sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 200 ml double cream
- 40 g parmesan, grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried basil
- Salt and pepper
Method
- 1Rub the chicken with oil, garlic powder, salt and pepper.
- 2Preheat the air fryer to 190°C (375°F).
- 3Cook the chicken for 16-20 minutes until golden.
- 4Meanwhile simmer the cream, parmesan, garlic, sun-dried tomatoes and basil into a sauce.
- 5Check the chicken reaches 74°C (165°F).
- 6Spoon the creamy sauce over the chicken and serve.
Tips for the best results
- Use oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes for the richest flavour.
- Add a splash of stock if the sauce gets too thick.
Frequently Asked Questions
What temperature and time for air fryer marry me chicken?+
Cook at 190°C / 375°F for 16-20 min.