Description
Marry Me Chicken is a creamy, savory dish that promises to impress everyone at your dinner table. This delightful recipe features tender chicken breasts simmered in a rich, flavorful sauce made with garlic, herbs, and sun-dried tomatoes. Perfect for romantic dinners or family gatherings, this dish is not only delicious but also visually stunning thanks to its vibrant colors. With simple preparation steps and ready in under 30 minutes, Marry Me Chicken is an ideal choice for busy weeknights or special occasions. Serve it over pasta, rice, or a fresh salad for a complete meal that will leave everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 large chicken breasts (boneless and skinless)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup chicken stock
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon chili flakes
- ¼ teaspoon oregano
- ¼ teaspoon thyme
- â…“ cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Season the chicken with salt and pepper, then dredge in flour.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat. Brown the chicken for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown. Set aside.
- Sauté minced garlic in the same skillet until fragrant. Deglaze the pan with chicken stock.
- Lower the heat, add heavy cream and parmesan cheese, then season with chili flakes, thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Stir in chopped sun-dried tomatoes and return the chicken to the skillet. Simmer for a few minutes until thickened.
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (180g)
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 155mg