Marry Me Chicken (In a Sun-Dried Tomato Cream Sauce)
Marry Me Chicken (In a Sun-Dried Tomato Cream Sauce) is the ultimate comfort dish that promises to impress with its rich and creamy flavors. This one-pan wonder features juicy chicken breasts cooked to perfection and enveloped in a luscious sun-dried tomato cream sauce enhanced with parmesan cheese and fresh basil. Whether you’re planning a romantic dinner or a family gathering, this easy-to-follow recipe ensures a delightful meal that will leave everyone craving more. With minimal cleanup and maximum flavor, Marry Me Chicken is perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons minced garlic
- ¾ cup low-sodium chicken broth
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated fresh parmesan cheese
- 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; add chicken and cook for 5–7 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, sauté garlic for about 30 seconds, then add chicken broth, scraping up browned bits.
- Stir in heavy cream and parmesan until combined; add sun-dried tomatoes, oregano, and red pepper flakes.
- Return chicken to the skillet, simmering for an additional 5 minutes on low heat.
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken (approx. 170g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 125mg