Description
Marry Me Chicken brings together tender chicken breasts coated in a luscious sun-dried tomato cream sauce that promises culinary romance. Italian-inspired ingredients create an irresistible meal sure to win hearts at your dinner table.
Ingredients
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Main Protein:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Cooking Fats and Seasonings:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 3 – 4 cloves garlic, minced
Creamy and Flavor Ingredients:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- Fresh basil, for garnish
Instructions
- Generously coat chicken breasts with salt and pepper for enhanced flavor.
- Warm a blend of olive oil and butter in a spacious skillet over medium heat until butter melts and becomes slightly bubbly.
- Carefully place seasoned chicken into the hot skillet, allowing each side to develop a rich golden-brown crust, approximately 4-5 minutes per surface. Transfer chicken to a separate plate.
- In the same skillet, sauté finely chopped garlic until aromatic and lightly golden.
- Pour heavy cream, chicken broth, and grated Parmesan cheese into the skillet, whisking continuously to create a smooth, creamy base. Sprinkle red pepper flakes for a subtle kick.
- Incorporate sun-dried tomatoes into the sauce, reducing heat and allowing the mixture to gently simmer and thicken, which takes about 3-4 minutes.
- Carefully return seared chicken to the skillet, coating each piece thoroughly with the luxurious sauce. Continue simmering until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and is completely cooked through.
- Finish the dish by scattering freshly chopped basil leaves over the top and serve immediately while piping hot.
Notes
- Ensure chicken breasts are evenly thick for consistent cooking by pounding them to uniform thickness before seasoning.
- Swap heavy cream with half-and-half or coconut cream for lighter versions that maintain creamy texture.
- Choose sun-dried tomatoes packed in olive oil for richer, more intense flavor profile in the sauce.
- For gluten-free adaptation, verify Parmesan cheese is certified and avoid any potential wheat contamination.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 482 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 620 mg
- Fat: 35 g
- Saturated Fat: 17 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 40 g
- Cholesterol: 140 mg