Description
Marry Me Chicken is a creamy, sun-dried tomato and Parmesan-infused chicken dish, served with a velvety sauce that’s rich, flavorful, and indulgent. A quick, restaurant-quality meal perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes (oil-packed, chopped)
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil (for garnish)
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil and sear the chicken until golden and cooked through, about 4–5 minutes per side. Remove the chicken and set aside.
- In the same skillet, lower heat slightly and add minced garlic and red pepper flakes (if using). Sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Stir in chopped sun-dried tomatoes and cook briefly to release their flavor.
- Pour in chicken broth and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Let it simmer for a minute.
- Add heavy cream and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- Whisk in grated Parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth and thickened to your liking.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, spooning sauce over the pieces. Let everything simmer together for a couple of minutes so the chicken absorbs the flavors.
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or a dairy-free alternative like coconut milk.
- If you prefer a thicker sauce, you can add a slurry of cornstarch or flour mixed with water.
- This dish pairs well with pasta, rice, or crusty bread to soak up the creamy sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Pan-fried
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
