Description
Experience the rich and creamy flavors of Marry Me Chicken, a dish so delightful it might just inspire a proposal. This recipe features tender chicken breasts simmered in a luscious sauce of sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, and herbs, creating a perfect harmony of taste that’s sure to become a favorite at your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then dredge them in flour, shaking off any excess.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook until golden brown on both sides, about 4-5 minutes per side. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and red pepper flakes. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth to deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.
- Add the heavy cream, sun-dried tomatoes, Parmesan cheese, and oregano. Stir well to combine and let the sauce simmer for 2-3 minutes until it thickens slightly.
- Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning the sauce over them. Reduce the heat to low and let them simmer in the sauce for an additional 10 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.
Notes
- For a lighter version, you can substitute half-and-half for the heavy cream, though the sauce will be less rich.
- Serve this dish over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 40 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg
Keywords: Marry Me Chicken, Creamy Chicken Recipe, Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken, Easy Chicken Dinner, One-Pan Chicken