Description
Creamy Marry Me Chicken is a rich and flavorful dish featuring tender chicken breasts cooked in a luscious cream sauce infused with sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning. This comforting skillet meal is perfect for a cozy dinner and garnished with fresh basil for a burst of freshness.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Garnish
- Fresh basil, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Season Chicken: Season chicken breasts on both sides evenly with salt and pepper to enhance the natural flavor of the meat.
- Heat Oil: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat until hot but not smoking to prepare for searing the chicken.
- Cook Chicken: Place the chicken breasts in the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes on each side until they develop a golden brown crust and are fully cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside to rest.
- Sauté Garlic: Using the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Add Sauce Ingredients: Pour in the chicken broth, heavy cream, chopped sun-dried tomatoes, grated Parmesan cheese, and sprinkle Italian seasoning into the skillet. Stir thoroughly to combine all ingredients.
- Simmer Sauce: Bring the sauce mixture to a gentle simmer and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow the sauce to thicken slightly and meld flavors.
- Combine Chicken and Sauce: Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet, spoon the creamy sauce over them, and allow them to simmer together for 3-4 minutes to heat through and absorb the flavors.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove the skillet from heat, garnish the dish with freshly chopped basil, and serve immediately for a delicious, creamy chicken dinner.
Notes
- Use full-fat heavy cream for the richest sauce, or substitute with half-and-half for a lighter option.
- Sun-dried tomatoes add a tangy sweetness and can be replaced with roasted red peppers if preferred.
- For an extra kick, add a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes during step 5.
- Make sure not to overcook the chicken to keep it tender and juicy.
- This dish pairs well with pasta, mashed potatoes, or steamed vegetables.
