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Marry Me Chicken Recipe

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Marry Me Chicken is a creamy, flavorful skillet chicken recipe featuring tender chicken breasts simmered in a rich sauce made with sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, tomato sauce, heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese, finished with fresh basil. This quick and easy dish is perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner that tastes elegant and indulgent.

Ingredients

Chicken

  • 4 (6 oz each) boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 Tbsp oil from jar of sun dried tomatoes, divided

Sauce

  • 1 Tbsp minced garlic (about 3 cloves)
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth, plus 1 Tbsp extra for cornstarch mixture
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1/3 cup sun dried tomatoes in oil, drained and finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/3 cup tomato sauce
  • 1/2 cup (1 oz) finely shredded Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp cornstarch
  • 3 Tbsp chopped fresh basil, divided

Instructions

  1. Prepare the chicken: Place chicken breasts between sheets of plastic wrap and pound to an even 1/2-inch thickness using a meat mallet. Season both sides with salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning.
  2. Heat the oil: In a 12-inch skillet, heat 1 1/2 Tbsp of the oil from the sun-dried tomato jar over medium-high heat.
  3. Dredge and cook chicken: Pour the flour into a shallow dish. Dredge each chicken breast in the flour, coating both sides, then transfer to the skillet. Cook chicken about 4 to 5 minutes per side until cooked through and reaching an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  4. Remove chicken and prepare skillet: Transfer cooked chicken to a plate. Reduce skillet heat to medium-low and add remaining 1/2 Tbsp of sun-dried tomato oil.
  5. Sauté garlic and deglaze pan: Add minced garlic to skillet and sauté for about 15 seconds until garlic begins to deepen in color but does not brown. Pour in chicken broth while scraping up browned bits from the pan. Add chopped sun-dried tomatoes and red pepper flakes if using.
  6. Reduce broth and thicken: Let the chicken broth simmer until reduced by half, about 3 minutes. Mix remaining 1 Tbsp chicken broth with cornstarch to create a slurry, then whisk into the skillet. Cook for 30 seconds, stirring constantly until sauce thickens slightly.
  7. Add cream sauce components: Lower heat to low. Stir in heavy cream, tomato sauce, and Parmesan cheese. Season sauce with salt and pepper to taste. Cook gently just until cheese melts. Remove from heat and stir in 2 Tbsp chopped fresh basil.
  8. Finish and serve: Return chicken breasts to the skillet with sauce, spooning sauce over to coat well. Serve garnished with remaining 1 Tbsp chopped fresh basil.

Notes

  • For best results, use fresh basil for garnish and flavor brightness.
  • If you prefer a spicier sauce, do not omit the red pepper flakes.
  • Ensure chicken reaches 165°F internally for safe consumption.
  • Sun-dried tomato oil adds great flavor; avoid substituting with plain oil for best taste.
  • This dish pairs well with pasta, rice, or crusty bread to soak up the creamy sauce.

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