Description
This Marry Me Chicken recipe features juicy chicken breasts simmered in a creamy, garlicky parmesan sauce with sun-dried tomatoes and Italian herbs. It’s a quick, one-pan dinner that’s perfect for date night or any special occasion.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 3/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes (packed in oil, drained and chopped)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Fresh basil, for garnish
Instructions
- Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt and pepper. Dredge lightly in flour to coat.
- Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown. Remove chicken and set aside (it won’t be fully cooked yet).
- Lower heat to medium. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Stir in chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the pan.
- Pour in heavy cream and parmesan cheese, whisking until smooth. Add sun-dried tomatoes, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Simmer for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sauce thickens.
- Return chicken to the skillet, nestling it into the sauce. Spoon sauce over the top. Cover and simmer on low for 10-12 minutes, until chicken is cooked through (internal temp: 165°F).
- Garnish with fresh basil and extra parmesan if desired. Serve hot with pasta, rice, mashed potatoes, or bread.
Notes
For gluten-free, swap flour for cornstarch or a gluten-free blend. For dairy-free, use full-fat coconut milk and a dairy-free parmesan alternative. Chicken thighs can be used instead of breasts; adjust cooking time as needed. Sauce consistency can be adjusted with extra broth or cream. Leftovers keep well and sauce thickens in the fridge—add a splash of milk or broth when reheating.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast wit
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 4
- Sodium: 650
- Fat: 24
- Saturated Fat: 10
- Carbohydrates: 15
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 32
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