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Marry Me Chicken Recipe

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Course dinner
Servings 4
Calories 450 kcal

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

Instructions
 

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