Looking to impress someone special with a delicious, comforting meal? These Marry Me Chicken Dumplings combine the rich, creamy flavours of the beloved Marry Me Chicken with the irresistible bite of Asian-style dumplings. This dish is a fusion masterpiece, blending velvety basil pesto cream sauce, umami-packed chicken dumplings, and blistered cherry tomatoes for the perfect balance of indulgence and freshness.
Why choose between Italian and Asian flavours when you can have both? The creamy sauce clings to every dumpling, while the fresh basil and parmesan bring a bright and savoury finish. Whether you’re cooking for a date night this Valentine’s Day, an anniversary, or just to treat yourself, this dish is guaranteed to be love at first bite. Get ready to make a meal so good they just might propose!
Related: Marry Me Chicken Soup
ingredients
directions
Cook the Dumplings: Prepare the frozen chicken dumplings according to package instructions, typically by steaming or boiling. Set aside.
Blister the Tomatoes: In a large skillet or cast iron over medium-high heat, add 2 tablespoons of olive oil butter. Toss in the cherry tomatoes and turn the skin side down to cook for 3-4 minutes until they begin to blister and soften. Remove and set aside.
Make the Sauce: Lower the heat to medium. Add the remaining butter, followed by the garlic and shallots. Sauté until fragrant and translucent, about 2 minutes.
Pour in the heavy cream, stirring to combine. Add the basil pesto, bouillon powder, sugar, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sauce slightly thickens.
Stir in the shredded parmesan until melted and incorporated into the sauce.
Combine: Gently add the cooked dumplings to the sauce, tossing to coat evenly. Simmer for another 1-2 minutes.
Serve: Plate the dumplings with the sauce, topped with blistered tomatoes. Garnish with hand-torn basil and freshly grated parmesan. Enjoy!
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