Our Original Marry Me Chicken will always be one of Delish’s most well-known and well-loved recipes. We’ve added the iconic sauce to countless variations, but this vegetarian-friendly version is one of our favorites. Pairing our signature creamy, garlicky sauce with crispy tofu was every bit as good as I knew it would be. If you’re looking for a new plant-based dinner, then make your meatless Monday a Marry Me moment with this well-loved recipe. Here are all of my top tips on how to make it the best it can be:
The tofu:
Inspired by Delish’s own Taylor Ann Spencer, cubed tofu is soaked in a quick hot brine flavored with smashed garlic, kosher salt, dried oregano, and crushed red pepper flakes. As I learned from Taylor Ann, hot water actually helps push extra liquid out of the tofu, and the seasonings in the brine flavor each cube. If you haven’t tried this with your tofu yet, trust me—it makes a huge difference.
The cornstarch:
After the tofu is brined and patted dry, toss the tofu in cornstarch seasoned with smoked paprika, onion powder, and a little more dried oregano and crushed red pepper flakes. The cornstarch will absorb moisture from the tofu and create a batter-like coating on each piece. Then, simply cook until the tofu is golden brown and crisp.
The sauce:
Once the tofu is cooked, the creamy tomato sauce comes together in less than 5 minutes. Garnish the tofu with fresh basil and more grated Parmesan for that little extra something. To complete the Marry Me moment, serve this over rice or pasta along with a green salad and some warm bread for sopping up every bit of the delicious, proposal-inspiring sauce.
Pro tip: Looking for another vegetarian Marry Me recipe? Check out our Marry Me Chickpeas next.
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