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Marry Me Chicken

Marry Me Chicken
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Marry Me Chicken is a creamy, comforting dish featuring tender chicken breasts cooked in a luscious sauce made with sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese. This elegant yet easy recipe comes together in under 40 minutes, making it perfect for a special occasion or a flavorful weeknight meal.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Sauce

  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • Red pepper flakes (optional, to taste)

Instructions

  1. Prepare and Season the Chicken: Generously season chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning to build a flavorful foundation and ensure juicy meat.
  2. Sear the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken breasts for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from pan and set aside.
  3. Create the Sauce Base: In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Add chopped sun-dried tomatoes and chicken broth. Allow the mixture to simmer and reduce slightly, intensifying the flavors.
  4. Add Cream and Cheese: Slowly stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, cooking the sauce until it thickens into a smooth, velvety texture capable of coating the chicken.
  5. Combine and Simmer: Return the chicken to the pan and spoon the creamy sauce over each piece. Cover and simmer on low heat for about 10 minutes, letting the chicken finish cooking and absorb the sauce’s flavors.
  6. Final Touches: Before serving, sprinkle extra Parmesan cheese or fresh herbs such as parsley or basil for added aroma and taste.

Notes

  • Do not overcrowd the pan while searing to ensure a crisp golden crust.
  • Use fresh garlic instead of pre-minced for a more robust flavor.
  • Allow the sauce to simmer and thicken slowly, stirring frequently for the best creaminess.
  • Bring the chicken to room temperature before cooking for even doneness.
  • Adjust seasoning and spice levels with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes at the end, according to taste.

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