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Marry Me Chicken Recipe

Marry Me Chicken Recipe

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: dinner
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4-6 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • Fresh basil leaves
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt and black pepper
  2. On a plate, mix flour with Italian seasoning. Dredge each chicken breast in the seasoned flour mixture, shaking off excess
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering
  4. Add chicken breasts to the hot skillet and sear for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove chicken from pan and set aside
  5. Reduce heat to medium. Add minced garlic to the same skillet and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant
  6. Add chopped sun-dried tomatoes and cook for 1 minute
  7. Pour in chicken broth, scraping the bottom of the pan to release any browned bits
  8. Add heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer
  9. Stir in Parmesan cheese and red pepper flakes. Let the sauce simmer for 2-3 minutes until it starts to thicken
  10. Return chicken to the pan and reduce heat to low
  11. Simmer for 5-7 minutes until chicken is cooked through and sauce has thickened to desired consistency
  12. Taste sauce and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed
  13. Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving

Notes

  1. Chicken:
  • Use chicken breasts of similar size for even cooking
  • Pound thick chicken breasts to even thickness if needed
  • Can substitute chicken thighs, but adjust cooking time accordingly
  • Internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C)
  1. Sauce:
  • Don't rush the sauce reduction process
  • If sauce becomes too thick, thin with additional chicken broth
  • Use freshly grated Parmesan, not pre-grated, for best melting
  • Oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes work better than dry-packed
  1. Make Ahead & Storage:
  • Store leftovers in airtight container for up to 3 days
  • Reheat gently on stovetop or microwave to prevent sauce separation
  • Sauce may thicken when stored; thin with a splash of cream when reheating
  1. Tips for Success:
  • Room temperature chicken will cook more evenly
  • Don't overcrowd the pan when searing
  • Allow sauce to simmer and reduce for optimal thickness
  • Clean your pan between batches if cooking for a larger group
  1. Serving Suggestions:
  • Serve over pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes
  • Pairs well with roasted vegetables or a light salad
  • Garnish with fresh basil just before serving
  • Have crusty bread ready to soak up extra sauce
  1. Variations:
  • Add mushrooms for extra depth
  • Include spinach for added nutrition
  • Adjust red pepper flakes to taste
  • Can use half-and-half instead of heavy cream for lighter version