Description
Marry Me Chicken delivers serious flavor that could totally win someone’s heart at the dinner table. Tender chicken smothered in a creamy sun-dried tomato sauce makes for an unforgettable meal that sparks romantic vibes with just one bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Seasoning and Spices:
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Main Components:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ¾ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ⅓ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- Fresh basil, for garnish
Instructions
- Grab 4 chicken breasts and season generously with salt, pepper, and a sprinkle of Italian seasoning. Ensure both sides are evenly coated.
- Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Carefully place seasoned chicken breasts and sear for exactly 5 minutes per side, creating a gorgeous golden-brown exterior.
- Transfer seared chicken to a clean plate, leaving delicious browned bits in the pan. Keep chicken warm while preparing sauce.
- Reduce skillet heat to medium and add 3 minced garlic cloves. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
- Toss ⅓ cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes into the pan. Stir quickly for about 45 seconds to release their rich flavors.
- Pour ½ cup chicken broth into the skillet, using a wooden spoon to scrape up all those tasty browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
- Lower heat and slowly stir in ¾ cup heavy cream and ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese. Whisk continuously until the sauce becomes smooth and slightly thickened.
- Sprinkle ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes and ½ teaspoon each of dried oregano and thyme into the sauce. Mix thoroughly.
- Gently return chicken breasts to the skillet, nestling them into the creamy sauce. Spoon sauce generously over each piece.
- Cover the skillet and simmer for exactly 10 minutes, ensuring chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Remove from heat and garnish with fresh basil leaves just before serving. Your restaurant-quality dish is ready to impress.
Notes
- Check chicken’s doneness with a meat thermometer to ensure it reaches 165°F without overcooking, which can make the meat tough and dry.
- Swap heavy cream for half-and-half or whole milk to reduce calories, though the sauce will be slightly less rich and creamy.
- Fresh sun-dried tomatoes taste better than jarred, but drained packaged ones work well when fresh aren’t available.
- For a gluten-free version, ensure your chicken broth is certified gluten-free and avoid any potential cross-contamination during preparation.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 21 minutes
- Category: Sautéed
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 395 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 29 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 34 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg