Description
Welcome to a dish so charming, it might just elicit a marriage proposal! Marry Me Chicken is rich, creamy, and absolutely bursting with flavors that will make your heart sing. With just the right mix of herbs, sun-dried tomatoes, and a heavenly garlic cream sauce, this recipe isn’t just about feeding the stomach—it’s about feeding the soul. Perfect for a romantic dinner or when you want to impress, this dish promises love at every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoonolive oil
- 3cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cupheavy cream
- 1/2 cupchicken broth
- 1/3 cupsun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1/4 cupgrated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoonred pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoonItalian seasoning
- 1/4 cupfresh basil, chopped
- Additional basil or parsley, for garnishing
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until golden brown on both sides, about 5-7 minutes per side. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Create the Sauce: In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant. Deglaze with chicken broth, scraping up the tasty bits from the bottom. Stir in heavy cream, sun-dried tomatoes, Parmesan, red pepper flakes, and Italian seasoning. Simmer until the sauce thickens, about 5 minutes.
- Combine: Return chicken to the skillet, spooning the sauce over the breasts. Let simmer until the chicken is thoroughly heated through.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh basil and serve hot. Delight in every creamy, dreamy bite!
Notes
For an extra touch of flavor, try adding a splash of white wine to the sauce when adding the chicken broth.
This dish pairs beautifully with garlic mashed potatoes or a simple arugula salad.
Nutrition
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 2g
- Fat: 30g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Protein: 50g