Description
Marry Me Chicken is a rich and flavorful skillet dish featuring tender seared chicken breasts smothered in a creamy sauce made with sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, parmesan, and fresh herbs. This elegant yet simple recipe makes a perfect weeknight dinner that feels indulgent and romantic.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Sauce
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Season the Chicken: Season both sides of the chicken breasts evenly with salt and black pepper to enhance flavor.
- Sear the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and sear for 4-5 minutes per side until they develop a golden brown crust. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Sauté Garlic and Tomatoes: In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it. Then stir in the chopped sun-dried tomatoes to release their rich flavors.
- Prepare the Cream Sauce: Pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth. Add the grated parmesan cheese, dried thyme, and red pepper flakes. Stir everything together and let the sauce simmer for 2-3 minutes to thicken slightly and blend the flavors.
- Simmer Chicken in Sauce: Return the seared chicken breasts to the skillet, spoon some sauce over each piece. Cover the skillet and simmer on low heat for about 10 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked through and tender.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle the chopped fresh basil over the top just before serving for a fragrant finish. Serve the chicken hot with your favorite side dishes, such as pasta, rice, or vegetables.
Notes
- Use full-fat heavy cream for the richest flavor and best sauce texture.
- If sun-dried tomatoes are packed in oil, drain before chopping to avoid excess oiliness.
- For a spicier dish, increase the amount of red pepper flakes or add a dash of cayenne pepper.
- Chicken breasts can be pounded to an even thickness for uniform cooking.
- This recipe pairs well with garlic mashed potatoes, steamed greens, or a fresh garden salad.
