Description
Creamy Marry Me Chicken is a sumptuous dish featuring tender chicken breasts enveloped in a rich, velvety sauce bursting with sun‐dried tomatoes, garlic, and fragrant herbs. Its creamy texture and robust flavors make it an ideal centerpiece for a romantic dinner or a comforting weeknight meal. Serve it over pasta, rice, or alongside a fresh salad for a well-rounded dinner.
Ingredients
- Chicken:
• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• Salt and pepper, to taste - For Searing:
• 2 tablespoons olive oil - Sauce:
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1/2 cup chicken broth (or white wine for extra depth)
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes (drained if in oil, then sliced)
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust based on heat preference)
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon dried basil (or a handful of fresh basil leaves, roughly torn) - Garnish:
• Fresh basil leaves
Instructions
Preheat & Prepare:
Preheat your oven to 375°F if you plan to finish the dish in the oven. Pat the chicken dry and season both sides generously with salt and pepper.Sear the Chicken:
In a large, oven-safe skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and sear for about 4–5 minutes per side until they develop a golden-brown crust. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.Build the Sauce:
Lower the heat to medium. In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Pour in the chicken broth and use a wooden spoon to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom.Creamy Mixture:
Stir in the heavy cream, then add the sun-dried tomatoes, red pepper flakes, oregano, and basil. Allow the sauce to come to a gentle simmer before stirring in the grated Parmesan cheese until it melts smoothly into the sauce.Combine & Cook:
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning the sauce over them to coat well.- Oven Finish: Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Stovetop Option: Alternatively, cover and let simmer on low heat for about 25 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
Garnish & Serve:
Remove from heat, garnish with fresh basil, and serve immediately with your favorite side.
Notes
- Oven-Safe Skillet: Ensure your skillet is oven safe if finishing the dish in the oven.
- Customization: For an extra burst of flavor, consider marinating the chicken briefly before cooking.
- Consistency: If you prefer a thicker sauce, allow it to simmer uncovered a few minutes longer.
- Heat Level: Adjust the red pepper flakes to suit your personal heat preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Main Course
- Method: Sauté and Bake (or Stovetop Simmer)
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 40 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg