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Refresh your winter routine with these quick and easy dinner recipes. With just 20 minutes and one pot, pan or skillet, you can have a delicious meal that everyone at your table will love. Whether you’re in the mood for our Chickpea Soup or our Garlicky Salmon & Broccoli, warm up with one of these dinners that will help you ease into winter.

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20-Minute Chickpea Soup

When dinner needs to happen fast, turn to this creamy chickpea soup that’s pulled together in just 20 minutes. Cream cheese melts right into this zesty soup for a velvety texture that feels cozy and comforting. Garnished with cilantro and crunchy tortilla strips, it’s a one-pot meal that’s weeknight-friendly and crowd-pleasing.

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02 of 15

One-Skillet Garlicky Salmon & Broccoli

This one-skillet salmon and broccoli recipe is the perfect 20-minute dinner for busy weeknights. This dish combines tender, flaky salmon with crisp, garlicky broccoli and bell pepper, all cooked in one pan for easy prep and cleanup. Packed with lean protein, omega-3s and a generous serving of veggies, this is one recipe you’ll want on repeat!

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03 of 15

Chickpeas alla Vodka

This Chickpeas alla Vodka is the ultra-quick, fiber-packed dinner you’ve been waiting for! Chickpeas are swimming in a creamy vodka sauce that gets enhancements from sautéed garlic, onion and vibrant green baby kale. Crispy, toasted whole-wheat bread is perfect for dipping. You can customize this dish easily by using chard or spinach in place of kale.

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04 of 15

Sick Day Chicken Noodle Soup

This sick-day chicken noodle soup, packed with tender chicken, warm broth and soft noodles, is designed to soothe and nourish when you’re feeling under the weather. The combination of tender chicken breast, ginger and garlic boosts flavor, while the warm broth helps clear congestion and keep you hydrated. Ready in just 20 minutes, this soup is the perfect remedy for a cold, offering comfort and relief with minimal effort.

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05 of 15

Creamy Pesto Shrimp with Gnocchi & Peas

This speedy dinner recipe combines shrimp with pillowy gnocchi, pesto and peas in a creamy sauce. Feel free to substitute the peas with other veggies, such as broccoli or asparagus. Sprinkle in some crushed red pepper for a bit of heat, or garnish with grated Parmesan cheese to enhance the savory flavor.

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06 of 15

Sheet-Pan Beef & Cabbage Noodles

Forget the wok and all that stirring! This stir-fry recipe comes together in only 20 minutes on one baking sheet under the broiler. The trick to a perfect sheet-pan stir-fry is making sure your ingredients are spread out well on the pan so everything cooks evenly.

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07 of 15

20-Minute Black Bean Soup

This easy black bean soup takes only 20 minutes from start to finish, making it perfect for busy weeknights when you want something satisfying without spending hours in the kitchen. Canned black beans help speed things up, and taco seasoning and fire-roasted tomatoes help build rich, savory flavor in just minutes. Cream cheese melted in at the end gives this soup a silky texture. Pair it with warm tortillas or crusty bread for a simple, comforting meal.

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08 of 15

15-Minute Eggs in Vodka Sauce

Drawing inspiration from the classic Italian recipe Uova al Purgatorio (Eggs in Purgatory), this easy one-pot meal melds tangy tomato sauce with perfectly poached eggs, ideal for sopping up with crispy toasted bread. We like to add a dash of heavy cream to give the sauce some extra richness, but you can leave it out if you prefer. A garnish of chopped fresh basil or parsley, if you have it on hand, would be a welcome addition.

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09 of 15

Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato & Spinach Soup with Ravioli

This soup is delightfully creamy and flavored with sweet sun-dried tomatoes and cheesy ravioli. We use oil from the sun-dried tomatoes to keep prep simple and enhance the flavor of this quick soup. If your sun-dried tomatoes are not oil-packed, soak them in hot water for a few minutes and then proceed with the recipe, using extra-virgin olive oil in place of the oil from the jar.

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10 of 15

Teriyaki Chicken Stir-Fry

Look for pre-sliced pepper-and-onion mix in the produce section of the supermarket. It helps save prep time in this quick five-ingredient dinner. This easy dinner calls for hot cooked brown rice, which is perfect if you have leftovers. If not, look for microwaveable brown rice or frozen brown rice to keep prep minimal.

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11 of 15

One-Pot Creamy Chicken & Mushroom Pasta

This creamy chicken and mushroom pasta recipe makes for an easy weeknight dinner. Using store-bought rotisserie chicken saves time when cooking, and leftover chicken would work just as well.

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20-Minute Udon Noodle Soup with Buttery Tomato Broth

The scents of cinnamon and star anise add big flavors to this quick soup. Butter adds body and a silky texture. Fresh udon noodles take only a few minutes to cook, but dry udon noodles work well here too. There’s no need to strain the broth to remove the spices. You can simply remove the spices with a slotted spoon when you pour the broth over the noodles, if desired.

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Chicken Fajita Quesadillas

These 5-ingredient quesadillas take just 10 minutes to make. Using pre-sliced onions and peppers plus a taco seasoning blend helps keep the ingredient list (and prep time) short. If you like a little heat, use pepper Jack cheese in the filling.

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Pork Chops with Balsamic Sweet Onions

Balsamic onions and raisins add a burst of sweet and savory flavor to pan-seared pork chops. Round out this healthy dinner recipe with sweet potatoes and green beans.

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White Bean-Sage Cauliflower Gnocchi

Turn lower-carb cauliflower gnocchi into a complete and satisfying meal with this riff on classic brown butter and sage gnocchi. We added beans to amp up the fiber and protein for a fast and healthy dinner.

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These flavorful vegetarian dinner recipes can help you manage your blood sugar and feel satiated for the rest of the night. Plant-based ingredients like dark leafy greens, root vegetables, legumes, and whole grains give these dishes at least 6 grams of filling fiber per serving to help support heart health, gut bacteria, and balanced blood sugar levels. Additionally, these high-fiber meals are lower in calories, carbs, sodium and saturated fat, aligning with a diabetes-appropriate eating pattern. Recipes like our Garlicky White Bean & Kale Stew and Pesto Pasta with Peas & Tomatoes are satisfying , nutritious, and packed with veggies, making them dinners you're sure to love.

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Garlicky White Bean & Kale Stew

This lemony kale and white bean stew offers bright, hearty, and comforting flavors all in one pot. Tender carrots, onion and lacinato kale simmer with creamy cannellini beans, some of which are mashed to thicken the broth. A sprinkle of Parmesan and parsley adds a fresh zesty finish.

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02 of 22

Pesto Pasta with Peas & Tomatoes

Pasta is cooked alongside frozen sweet peas, then tossed with juicy cherry tomatoes and basil pesto for a fresh, herbaceous finish. A sprinkle of Parmesan and a squeeze of lemon add the perfect final touch.

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03 of 22

Chopped Salad with Italian Vinaigrette

This chopped salad is a crisp, colorful mix of veggies. It’s tossed with a zesty homemade vinaigrette while chickpeas bring on the plant-based protein and fiber. Everything is chopped small for the perfect forkful every time.

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04 of 22

Cherry Tomato Pasta

This cherry tomato pasta is the quick summer dinner you’ve been waiting for. Chickpea pasta adds fiber, while cherry tomatoes and basil cook down to create a flavorful sauce. Tossing the hot pasta with some of the cheese before topping it with the sauce is the key to ensuring all the noodles get coated with cheesy goodness.

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05 of 22

Herb-Marinated Veggie & Chickpea Salad

This salad is a refreshing, no-cook dish packed with fresh flavors. It brings together crisp raw vegetables and fiber-rich chickpeas, all tossed in a zesty herb dressing that infuses every bite. It’s perfect for warm days, meal prep or busy weeknights when you want something quick.

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06 of 22

Roasted Potato Tzatziki Bowls

Crispy, golden roasted potatoes are the centerpiece of these tasty bowls, accompanied by a tangy, herb-packed tzatziki sauce at the base. Loaded with fresh veggies like cucumbers, cherry tomatoes and red onion with a side of chickpeas, these bowls deliver big on flavor and nutrition.

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07 of 22

Saag Aloo Matar

This cozy one-skillet recipe draws inspiration from two Indian dishes: saag aloo and aloo matar. It’s packed with plenty of vegetables, including leafy greens, potatoes and peas, all simmered in an aromatic tomato-based sauce.

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08 of 22

High-Protein Pasta with Peas

This one-pot pasta with peas is packed with plant-based protein and a healthy dose of fiber. The chickpea pasta is cooked with vibrant green peas and tossed with fragrant basil and a rich pesto sauce for fresh flavor in every bite. Nutty toasted pine nuts provide the perfect crunch, adding depth and texture.

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Brothy Lemon-Garlic Beans

Creamy cannellini beans soak up the garlicky, lemon-infused broth that is perfectly sopped up with a piece of toasted whole-wheat bread. For a little extra flair, finish the dish with a drizzle of good olive oil—or, for a creamier take, a dollop of strained (Greek-style) yogurt.

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Garlicky Cabbage Soup

Warm, hearty and nourishing, this soup is rich with the aromatic flavor of garlic and tender-sweet cabbage. Packed with veggies and a savory broth, this soup is perfect as a light meal on its own or as a starter.

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Spiced Couscous-Stuffed Peppers

These spiced stuffed peppers are flavorful, filling little packages that will make any plant or meat eater happy. There’s something deeply satisfying about making a delicious pilaf-style filling of couscous and lentils to tuck inside juicy bell peppers drizzled with a fresh cucumber yogurt sauce.

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Spiced Cauliflower Chraime

This meatless version of chraime, a spicy North African fish stew, highlights cauliflower, stewed until tender, studded with plump and juicy golden raisins and drizzled with date syrup. Served over couscous, rice or quinoa, this sweet and spicy tomato-based stew is a great weeknight meal.

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Kale & Avocado Salad with Blueberries & Edamame

Bursting with nutrient-rich produce, this California-inspired salad is a delicious and satisfying way to get your vitamins. We love the unique combination of blueberries, edamame, and goat cheese.

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Lemony Lentil & Cauliflower Cup Soup

This bright lemony soup gets its boost of fiber and earthy, nutty flavor from ingredients like lentils and bulgur. Bulgur adds heartiness and a nice chewy texture and the broth gets gentle heat from harissa paste.

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Sheet-Pan Gnocchi with Broccoli & White Beans

A blend of lemon and broccoli mixes with tender gnocchi and rich cannellini beans, all brought together with a generous drizzle of olive oil.

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Spaghetti with Creamy Lemon-Spinach Sauce

Give your veggie servings a boost with this easy spaghetti with spinach sauce recipe. Loosely inspired by the flavors of classic pesto, this vibrant pasta packs in plenty of spinach and basil with a garnish of nutty walnuts and savory Parmesan cheese.

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Eat-the-Rainbow Vegetable Soup

This vibrant and wholesome soup recipe helps support your well-being. It’s packed with a variety of colorful vegetables, like tomatoes, which contain lycopene, a phytochemical that may help reduce inflammation.

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Veggie Enchiladas

These veggie enchiladas are packed with sweet corn, onion, peppers, zucchini and beans and are coated with store-bought enchilada sauce to save time on prep. Enchilada sauce ranges from mild to hot. We like the earthy flavor of red enchilada sauce, but green enchilada sauce works well too.

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Vegan Lentil Stew

This comforting vegan lentil stew is incredibly satisfying thanks to hearty lentils and sweet potato. The leeks provide a savory allium note while the tomato paste, miso and cumin add bold flavor.

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Stuffed Eggplant with Couscous & Almonds

Smoky almonds, meaty eggplant and whole-grain couscous with herbs make this meal plenty satisfying. Harissa gives the creamy sauce a little kick.

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Cajun-Spiced Tofu Tostadas with Beet Crema

Crumbled tofu spiced with Cajun seasoning is layered onto tostadas with a juicy mango slaw. A dollop of sour cream zhuzhed up with beet and lime adds even more flavor. For convenience, you can findprecooked beets in the produce department of your grocery store.

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Sweet Potato–Black Bean Burgers

These vegan sweet potato-black bean burgers spiced with curry powder are easy to make. Blending the mixture with your hands gives you a soft, uniform texture and then the outside gets crispy by cooking in a cast-iron pan.

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Congratulations! You’ve landed on a goldmine of the only marry-me recipes you’ll ever need. The tart and tangy sun-dried tomatoes act as a base for a delicious cream sauce that works well in anything, from noodle soups and cheesy casseroles to pastas veggie sides and steaks. Recipes like our Marry Me Butternut Squash Casserole and Crispy Tempeh Steaks with Sun-Dried Tomato Cream Sauce are so good and comforting, they’ll have you saying “I do.”

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Marry Me Butternut Squash Casserole

This butternut squash casserole borrows the “marry me” flavor profile—creamy, garlicky and laced with sun-dried tomatoes and herbs—and gives it a cozy, vegetable-forward twist. Tender layers of squash soak up an infused sun-dried tomato cream sauce, while a blanket of golden mozzarella on top makes it extra inviting. This dish is comfort food with a romantic streak—one bite and you’ll understand the name.

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02 of 20

Marry Me White Bean Soup

This Marry Me White Bean Soup borrows inspiration from the beloved Marry Me Chicken recipe with a combination of sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, cream and Parmesan. Here, those same flavors are transformed into a hearty, soul-warming vegetarian soup with white beans taking center stage. Finished with basil and extra cheese, it’s cozy, crowd-pleasing and sure to win hearts at the table.

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03 of 20

Crispy Tempeh Steaks with Sun-Dried Tomato Cream Sauce

This plant-based twist on Marry Me Chicken uses tempeh instead of chicken, providing a gut-friendly fiber boost. Choose “original” tempeh to make sure your “steaks” are free from added flavorings.

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04 of 20

Marry Me Tortellini

This Marry Me Tortellini is a quick and creamy pasta dish inspired by the viral “Marry Me” chicken recipe known for its sun-dried tomato sauce. Cheese tortellini are simmered right in the skillet in a brothy mix of tomatoes, shallots and garlic finished with cream. It’s a one-pan dinner that comes together fast—perfect for weeknights or date night.

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05 of 20

Marry Me White Bean Salad

This Marry Me White Bean Salad is a bright, flavor-packed dish that’s hard not to fall for and pulls inspiration from Marry Me Chicken. Tender white beans are tossed with sun-dried tomatoes, fresh basil and a creamy dressing that soaks into every bite. It’s quick to throw together and perfect for meal prep, picnics or pairing with grilled meats.

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06 of 20

Marry Me Zucchini

This Marry Me Zucchini recipe is a creamy, cheesy zucchini-packed dish inspired by the popular Marry Me Chicken. This comforting dish is perfect as a hearty side. Serve it with crusty bread to soak up the sauce, or over pasta or brown rice for a fuller meal. It also pairs well with grilled chicken, salmon or a simple green salad.

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07 of 20

Chicken Cutlets with Sun-Dried Tomato Cream Sauce for Two

Sun-dried tomatoes are used twice in this healthy dinner recipe: the oil from the jar is used to cook the chicken while the tomatoes are added to the cream sauce for a rich, flavorful dish. This recipe was adapted from our popular Chicken Cutlets with Sun-Dried Tomato Cream Sauce to serve two instead of four.

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08 of 20

Marry Me Quiche

This savory dish, inspired by the beloved Marry Me Chicken, features the same delicious ingredients in the form of a crustless quiche! Sun-dried tomatoes bring a deep, tangy sweetness that melds beautifully with creamy goat cheese and spinach. Whether served for brunch, lunch or a cozy dinner with a salad on the side, Marry Me Quiche is guaranteed to win hearts with its comforting, bold flavor.

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09 of 20

Marry Me Lentils

This Marry Me Lentils recipe is a plant-based twist on the classic Marry Me Chicken, featuring tender lentils simmered in a creamy sun-dried tomato and garlic sauce. Packed with protein and fiber, this dish delivers a rich, comforting texture using lentils in place of chicken. We love sopping up the sauce with toasted whole-grain bread, but feel free to pair it with brown rice, quinoa or whole-wheat pasta instead.

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Marry Me Chicken Salad Sandwich

This Marry Me Chicken Salad Sandwich takes the satisfying combination of creamy, savory and tangy flavors from the original dish and gives it the sandwich treatment. We add a handful of peppery arugula to give a vibrant bite to every mouthful, but you can use baby spinach in its place if you prefer.

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11 of 20

Marry Me White Bean & Spinach Skillet

This Marry Me White Bean & Spinach Skillet is a different take on Marry Me Chicken—a dish traditionally made with chicken coated in a sun-dried tomato cream sauce. By swapping in fiber-packed white beans and spinach as the main ingredients, we’ve given it a vegetarian spin. You’ll want to sop up every last bit of sauce, so serve this with a nice hunk of crusty whole-grain bread.

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Marry Me Melting Cabbage

We gave Marry Me Chicken a vegetarian twist by replacing the traditional chicken with tender cabbage wedges, all coated in a rich and flavorful sun-dried tomato cream sauce. Sop up every last bit of sauce with a crusty hunk of whole-grain bread, or make it a main dish and serve it over brown rice or whole-wheat pasta.

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Broccoli Casserole with Sun-Dried Tomato Cream Sauce

Sun-dried tomatoes pull double duty in this flavorful casserole: the oil is used to sauté the onion and garlic while the tomatoes are added to the sauce. The creamy sauce tops broccoli for a cheesy side dish that all will love.

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14 of 20

Marry Me Chickpea Soup with Kale

This creamy chickpea soup was inspired by Marry Me Chicken, a dish that features chicken and sun-dried tomatoes. We gave this dish a plant-based spin by swapping out the chicken for chickpeas and kale to create a cozy, warming meal perfect for cooler weather.

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Marry Me Chicken & Spaghetti Squash Casserole

This Marry Me chicken and spaghetti squash casserole is a satisfying protein-packed dinner. The tender chicken and nutrient-dense spaghetti squash deliver a hearty meal that will keep you full and energized. Sun-dried tomatoes add a burst of tangy sweetness, complementing the creamy sauce.

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Marry Me Chicken–Stuffed Spaghetti Squash

This chicken and sun-dried tomato–stuffed spaghetti squash is like Marry Me Chicken with a twist, offering the same rich, creamy flavors that make the original dish so delicious, but with a veggie-packed spin. We combine a creamy sun-dried tomato sauce and shredded rotisserie chicken with sweet and tender strands of spaghetti squash. We add goat cheese for extra tanginess, but you can swap it out for feta cheese or fresh mozzarella if you prefer.

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Marry Me Chickpeas

We put a vegetarian spin on Marry Me Chicken, a dish typically consisting of chicken coated in a sun-dried tomato cream sauce, by swapping in fiber-packed chickpeas as the main ingredient. From the creamy chickpeas to the umami-laden sun-dried tomatoes, you’ll want to sop up every last bit of sauce. To riff on this recipe, you could swap the chickpeas for white beans, like cannellini or navy.

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Cabbage Steaks with Sun-Dried Tomato Cream Sauce

Thick slices of cabbage are tender and smothered in a flavorful sun-dried tomato cream sauce in this easy vegetarian cabbage steak recipe. You’ll inevitably have large and smaller “steaks” cut from the head. Place the large cabbage steaks on the outside edges of the baking sheet, with the smaller ones toward the center. The edges of the baking sheet are the hottest, so larger steaks will benefit from the extra heat. Roast any extra cabbage separately or store and save for another use.

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Marry Me Chicken & Spaghetti

This “marry me” chicken pasta adds spaghetti and spinach to the beloved flavor combination and will have you saying “I do” in no time. A jar of sun-dried tomatoes does double duty here, with the flavorful oil they’re packed in being used to sauté the onion and chicken while the tomatoes go into the cream sauce.

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Slow-Cooker Marry Me Chicken with Barley

Fall in love with this easy version of Marry Me Chicken—a dish with chicken and julienned sun-dried tomatoes swimming in a creamy sauce. Our version adds cherry tomatoes and zucchini for an added boost of veggies, plus barley which soaks up the sauce and makes this dish a complete meal all in one pot. Make sure the barley is completely submerged in the liquid so it cooks evenly.

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