Marry Me Chicken on the Pellet Grill (Gluten-Free)

Take dinner to a new level with this Marry Me Chicken on the Pellet Grill. It’s easy to make gluten-free and has a rich, creamy sauce!

It’s time to impress your family with this easy and delicious Marry Me Chicken on the Pellet Grill, or you can also make it on your traditional grill. Juicy grilled chicken, flavorful sauce, and topped with shaved Parmigiano, it is the best dinner for date night or a weeknight family meal!

Marry Me Chicken has become a viral recipe, plus it’s said that it is so good you may even get a proposal! If you want to take it to a whole new level, try cooking it on the pellet grill and add a smoky depth of flavor to your chicken, it elevates the meal even more while still keeping it a very easy recipe!

This dish is a grilled alternative to our Slow Cooker Marry Me Chicken, either recipe can be made gluten-free too!

What ingredients do you need for this chicken recipe?

• Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast or Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs
• Garlic Powder
• Onion Powder
• Kosher Salt
• Lemon Pepper
• Unsalted Butter
• Gluten-Free All-Purpose Flour or Regular All-Purpose Flour
• Chicken Broth
• Heavy Cream or Half and Half
• Italian Seasoning
• Ground Black Pepper
• Oil-packed Sun-dried Tomatoes
• Freshly Shaved Parmigiano
• Freshly Chopped Parsley

Can you use chicken thighs for this recipe?

The main part of the recipe will be grilling the chicken on the pellet grill, this will be where you get the smoky flavor.

The smoked chicken can be made with either chicken breast or chicken thighs. Chicken thighs will be more tender and juicy than chicken breast; however, this meal is traditionally done with chicken breast.

How do you make this recipe gluten-free?

The only swap needed will be to use a gluten-free all-purpose flour. We use King Arthur or Better Batter; however, Cup 4 Cup and Bob’s Red Mill work well too. Be sure it’s a 1:1 even swap ratio.

All other ingredients are naturally gluten-free; however, always check all ingredients to be sure they fit your dietary needs.

What wood pellets should you use on the smoker or pellet grill?

The best wood pellets for this recipe will include milder choices that will not overpower the creamy sauce. These include Pecan, Apple, or Cherry wood pellets. A blend of pellets will work well too and give it a nice subtle smoky flavor.

How do you Make Marry Me Chicken on the Pellet Grill?

The pellet grill will be prepared and preheated to medium heat of 350 degrees F. While the grill is preheating, the chicken will be seasoned. Once the grill is ready, the chicken breast or chicken thighs will be placed directly on the grill grates.

Once the lid is closed, let the chicken cook on each side for about 10 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches at least 165 degrees F. This is best checked with a meat thermometer. This is a must-have when making any meat as you will always have the perfect temperature.

While the chicken is cooking, it’s time to prepare the creamy chicken sauce.

Using a large skillet or cast iron skillet, the sauce will be prepared following the recipe instructions in the recipe card below. The sauce can be prepared over medium-high heat in a large skillet on the stove or on the side burner to the pellet grill if your grill has one.

Next, the sauce will simmer for about 5-10 minutes until it is smooth and thickened but still able to drizzle. When the chicken is complete and reaches the correct temperature, remove it from the grill and place it directly into the prepared sauce in the skillet. Let this simmer for an additional 3-4 minutes and drizzle some of the sauce right over the chicken, it should be nestled in the pan.

Lastly, the entire dish can then be garnished with fresh parsley and freshly shaved Parmigiano or parmesan cheese.

Variations of Pellet Grill Marry Me Chicken:

• Make it Spicy – Add paprika or red pepper flakes to the chicken.
• Make it Kid-Friendly – Serve with bacon bits and shredded cheese.
• Make it Deluxe – Add mushrooms and spinach.

What should you serve Marry Me Chicken with?

This recipe can be served over a side of pasta, roasted asparagus, rice, or your favorite salad.

Pellet Grill Marry Me Chicken is the ultimate way to bring together smoky BBQ flavors and creamy comfort food all packed into a delicious meal. With just a few simple steps, you’ll have a dish that’s sure to impress and have a new family favorite.

More Pellet Grill Recipes:

• Smoked Mushrooms (Pellet Grill Recipe)

• Smoked Acorn Squash on the Pellet Grill

• 

  Pellet Grill Green Beans and Potatoes

• Easy Grilled Asparagus