Description
Marry Me Chicken is a sensational dish that encapsulates culinary romance with its succulent chicken breasts enveloped in a creamy sauce bursting with garlic and sun-dried tomatoes. Perfect for date nights or gatherings, this dish not only tantalizes the taste buds but also guarantees to impress your guests. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you can create this restaurant-quality meal right in your kitchen, making it an unforgettable experience for everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tsp dried Italian herbs (oregano and basil)
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Gather and chop the garlic and sun-dried tomatoes.
- Sear the Chicken: In a preheated skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil. Sear each chicken breast for about 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove from skillet.
- Add Aromatics: In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic and sun-dried tomatoes for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Create the Sauce: Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth, scraping up any brown bits from the pan. Stir in dried herbs and simmer for about 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Add Chicken Back: Return chicken to the skillet; coat well with sauce and sprinkle Parmesan on top. Cover until cheese melts (about 3-4 minutes).
- Garnish & Serve: Finish with lemon juice and red pepper flakes if desired. Serve warm with pasta or salad.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing/Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (200g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 160mg