Description
Marry Me Chicken is a flavorful, creamy chicken dish featuring juicy chicken breasts in a rich cream sauce with sun-dried tomatoes and parmesan cheese. It’s perfect for romantic dinners or a comforting meal at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh basil or parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper. In a skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Set aside.
- In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and sauté minced garlic for 1 minute. Add chicken broth and simmer for 2 minutes before adding heavy cream, chopped sun-dried tomatoes, and Italian seasoning.
- Stir in grated parmesan cheese and let the sauce simmer for 3-5 minutes until thickened.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, coating it with the creamy sauce. Simmer together for 5-7 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute the heavy cream with half-and-half or coconut milk.
- Chicken thighs can be used for a juicier texture instead of chicken breasts.
- For a dairy-free option, replace parmesan cheese with nutritional yeast.
- To prevent overcooking, ensure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
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