Description
Marry Me Chicken is a creamy, savory chicken dish made with juicy pan-seared chicken breasts simmered in a rich sun-dried tomato cream sauce. Infused with garlic, Parmesan, and Italian herbs, this dish is irresistibly delicious — the kind of meal that might just make someone fall in love with you!
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 3/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
- Fresh basil or parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken for 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
- Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Simmer for 2–3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Add butter and stir until melted and incorporated into the sauce.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, spooning sauce over the top. Simmer for another 3–5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Garnish with fresh basil or parsley before serving.
- Serve warm over pasta, mashed potatoes, or rice.
Notes
- Use thin-sliced chicken breasts or pound them evenly for quick, even cooking.
- Substitute half-and-half for heavy cream for a lighter version.
- This dish pairs wonderfully with garlic bread or roasted vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Seared
- Cuisine: American