Marry Me Chicken (Chicken in a Sun-Dried Tomato Cream Sauce)
Marry Me Chicken is a one-pan wonder featuring juicy chicken breasts in a luscious sun-dried tomato cream sauce. Rich with garlic, parmesan, and herbs, this dish is beloved for its bold flavors and gourmet appeal, perfect for romantic dinners or simple weeknight meals.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet + Oven-Baked
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
3 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts (3–4 large breasts)
Salt, to taste
Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil (or neutral oil)
2 tablespoons minced garlic
¾ cup low-sodium chicken broth
½ cup heavy cream (room temp)
½ cup grated fresh parmesan cheese (room temp)
1 cup sun-dried tomatoes (preferably in oil)
1 teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
Optional: chiffonaded fresh basil, extra grated parmesan for garnish
Instructions
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Prepare Chicken: Pound chicken to even thickness, pat dry, and season with salt and pepper.
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Sear Chicken: In a skillet, heat oil over medium-high. Sear chicken 3–4 minutes per side until golden. Set aside.
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Make Sauce: Lower heat. Sauté garlic until fragrant. Deglaze with chicken broth. Off heat, stir in cream and parmesan until smooth.
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Add Flavor: Return to heat, add sun-dried tomatoes, oregano, and red pepper flakes. Adjust seasoning.
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Combine & Bake: Return chicken to skillet, coat in sauce. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 13 minutes or until chicken reaches 160°F (71°C).
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Rest & Serve: Let rest 5 minutes (temp rises to 165°F/74°C). Garnish with basil and parmesan. Serve hot.
Notes
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Use chicken thighs for a juicier variation.
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For dairy-free, sub coconut milk and nutritional yeast.
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Thicken sauce by simmering longer or using cornstarch slurry.
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Add mushrooms or spinach for extra veggies.
