Description
Marry Me Chicken is a viral recipe promising an irresistibly delicious chicken dinner in a creamy sun-dried tomato sauce. This 30-minute meal is simple to prepare and full of flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes (packed in oil, drained)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Slice chicken breasts horizontally to create thinner cutlets. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
- Reduce heat to medium. Add chopped sun-dried tomatoes and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth. Stir in Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes (if using). Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally.
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, nestling it into the sauce. Simmer for 5-7 minutes, allowing the chicken to absorb the flavors and the sauce to thicken slightly.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
- Garnish with fresh basil or parsley, if desired, and serve immediately.
Notes
- For extra flavor, you can sear the chicken with a pat of butter.
- If the sauce gets too thick, add a splash more chicken broth or water.
- This dish pairs well with pasta, rice, mashed potatoes, or a simple green salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450-550
- Sugar: 3-5g
- Sodium: 500-700mg
- Fat: 30-40g
- Saturated Fat: 15-20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10-15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8-12g
- Fiber: 1-2g
- Protein: 35-45g
- Cholesterol: 100-150mg