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Marry Me Chicken
Sofia

Marry Me Chicken

A rich and creamy skillet chicken dish with sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, and parmesan. So good, it might just inspire a proposal! Quick enough for weeknights, elegant enough for date night.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • ¾ cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
  • ⅓ cup sun-dried tomatoes chopped (oil-packed, drained)
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano or Italian seasoning
  • Fresh basil or parsley for garnish

Method
 

  1. Season both sides of the chicken with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken breasts 4–5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes (if using), sauté for 30 seconds.
  4. Pour in chicken broth and stir to deglaze, scraping any browned bits from the bottom.
  5. Stir in heavy cream, parmesan cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, and oregano. Let simmer for 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened.
  6. Return the chicken to the pan, spoon sauce over the top, and simmer on low for 5–7 minutes until everything is heated through and well coated.
  7. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley before serving.

Notes

  • Serve with pasta, mashed potatoes, or crusty bread to soak up the sauce.
  • Substitute chicken thighs for extra juiciness.
  • For a lighter version, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
  • Add spinach in the final few minutes for extra color and nutrition.