If you thought the Marry Me Chicken Pasta was good… wait until you meet this Marry Me Chicken Burger! Creamy sun-dried tomato sauce and bold flavors that turn into a next-level juicy chicken burger!

I made this for my family and now it’s the most requested weeknight meal!

Perfect for a weekend cookout, date nights at home, or impressing your in-laws without breaking a sweat (shhh, this is exactly what I did!). This Marry Me Chicken Sandwich is next level comfort food!

I added my own twist by using ground chicken. You can mix the seasonings and aromatics right into the patties, locking in moisture and boosting flavor in every bite. It’s cozy, satisfying, and the kind of meal that might just inspire a proposal

What makes this Marry Me Burger worthy a “yes”

✓ Tender chicken patties seared or grilled – a lighter alternative to traditional meat burgers

✓ Marry Me Sauce that is super creamy, saucy and satisfying and can be made dairy-free (I tried!)

✓ Soft brioche bun with crunchy veggies for a well balanced meal

Ingredients and substitutions

You probably already have most of these on hand! I have tested both regular and dairy-free, and loved the results the same!

Ground chicken – I decided to use ground chicken so that I could add the seasonings and aromatics right into the chicken burger. The result is a chicken sandwich that is a lot more flavorful and moist. However you can certainly substitute for chicken breast.
Heavy cream – whole milk will work or half & half. When I tested this recipe dairy-free I used coconut milk and loved the mildly nutty flavor and creamy texture.
Sun-dried tomatoes – I use preserved not whole sun dried tomato because it is much easier to incorporate into the recipe. This is the sun dried tomato I use and recommend for best results.
Parmesan cheese – use whole parmigiano-reggiano for better flavor. Shred the cheese just before cooking. Pre-shredded cheeses sometimes have fillers and less flavor. I tested with non-dairy or dairy-free cheese and it worked wonderfully
Oregano – substitute for Italian seasoning
Panko breadcrumbs – for biding the chicken burger
Egg – to help hold the burger together
Red onion – chopped really small. Substitute for shallots
Brioche bun or ciabatta rolls

silvia’s tips for best results

👉🏻 Make sure the grill/ pan is well greased (but not oily), otherwise the chicken burger will stick to the grill/ pan.

👉🏻 Only flip the burger once. These burgers are made with ground chicken, which means they’re a bit more delicate, so try to flip them just once to keep them from falling apart.

👉🏻 Use a sturdy, wide spatula or turner and slide it fully underneath the chicken burger to support it completely when flipping, this helps prevent it from breaking apart.

👉🏻 Use a meat thermometer to be sure the chicken burgers are fully cooked (internal temperature should be at least 165F degrees)

👉🏻 If you’re nervous about them falling apart, chill the patties for 15–20 minutes before grilling.

I’ve made (and loved!) the traditional Marry Me Chicken Thighs, but I wanted to simplify things and give it a twist and that’s how this burger came to be. If you are a fan of the creamy sun-dried flavors, this Marry Me Chicken Soup is a must try!

Using ground chicken gave me the chance to fold in the seasonings and sun dried tomatoes right into the meat, and the result was insanely flavorful and juicy burgers that were ready in no time.