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Marry Me Chicken Recipe

Marry Me Chicken Recipe


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4.7 from 5 reviews

  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Description

Marry Me Chicken is a creamy and flavorful chicken dish cooked in a skillet, perfect for a romantic dinner. The sun-dried tomatoes, Parmesan cheese, and herbs create a rich sauce that pairs beautifully with the tender chicken breasts.


Ingredients

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Chicken:

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

Sauce:

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • ¾ cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • ½ tsp red pepper flakes
  • ½ tsp dried oregano
  • ½ tsp dried thyme
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes (chopped)
  • ¼ cup fresh basil (chopped)
  • Extra basil and Parmesan for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 375°F.
  2. Sear Chicken: Season chicken breasts and sear in olive oil and butter.
  3. Prepare Sauce: Sauté garlic, add broth, cream, Parmesan, herbs, and tomatoes. Simmer.
  4. Bake: Return chicken to skillet, spoon sauce over, and bake until cooked through.
  5. Garnish and Serve: Garnish with basil and Parmesan before serving.

Notes

  • Serve with mashed potatoes, pasta, or crusty bread.
  • Consider using boneless chicken thighs for extra moisture.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking, Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
  • Calories: 520
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 640mg
  • Fat: 33g
  • Saturated Fat: 16g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 13g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 9g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 44g
  • Cholesterol: 145mg