Marry Me Chicken: Creamy and Irresistible Recipe
Marry Me Chicken is a creamy and flavorful dish that combines tender chicken breasts with a rich sauce made from heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, and fragrant herbs. Perfect for romantic dinners or family meals.
Equipment
- 1 Large skillet or frying pan
- 1 Sharp knife and cutting board
- Measuring cups and spoons as needed
- 1 Wooden Spoon or Spatula
- Serving platter or bowl
Ingredients
Ingredients Needed
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ⅓ cup sun-dried tomatoes chopped
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
Instructions
STEP 1: Prepare the Chicken
- Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and pepper.
STEP 2 Sear the Chicken
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
STEP 3 Make the Sauce
- Lower the heat to medium and add garlic to the skillet. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Add chicken broth to the skillet, stirring and scraping the bottom to release any browned bits. Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes.
STEP 4: Combine and Simmer
- Return the chicken to the skillet, spooning the sauce over the top. Simmer for 10-12 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce thickens.
STPE 5: Serve
- Garnish with fresh basil leaves and serve over rice, mashed potatoes, or pasta.
Notes
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)
- Calories: 450
- Total Fat: 28g (36%)
- Saturated Fat: 12g (60%)
- Cholesterol: 125mg (42%)
- Sodium: 650mg (28%)
- Total Carbohydrates: 8g (3%)
- Dietary Fiber: 1g (4%)
- Protein: 40g (80%)
- Calcium: 150mg (12%)
- Iron: 2mg (11%)
- Potassium: 600mg (13%)