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Creamy Marry Me Chicken Recipe with Sun-Dried Tomatoes

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A comforting and easy creamy chicken dish with sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, and fresh basil, perfect for weeknight dinners or dinner parties.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs / 680g), pounded to even thickness
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs or a mix of oregano and basil
  • ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (preferably packed in oil; if dry, soak in warm water for 10 minutes)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 medium shallot, finely chopped
  • 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
  • ½ cup (120 ml) chicken broth, preferably low sodium
  • ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • A handful fresh basil, roughly chopped
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus extra for cooking chicken
  • 1 tablespoon butter

Instructions

  1. Pound the chicken breasts to about ½ inch thickness. Pat dry and season both sides with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and dried Italian herbs. Let sit for about 10 minutes.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken breasts for 5–6 minutes on the first side until golden brown, then flip and cook another 4–5 minutes until cooked through (internal temperature 165°F). Remove chicken and tent with foil.
  3. Reduce heat to medium. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil and butter to the skillet. Once melted, add minced garlic and chopped shallots. Cook for about 2 minutes until fragrant and translucent, stirring often.
  4. Add chopped sun-dried tomatoes and cook for 1 minute to release flavor.
  5. Pour in chicken broth, scraping the pan to loosen browned bits. Simmer for 2 minutes to reduce slightly.
  6. Lower heat to medium-low. Slowly stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Cook for 3–4 minutes until sauce thickens and coats the back of a spoon. Add more broth or cream if too thick.
  7. Return chicken breasts to the pan, nestle into the sauce, and warm for 2–3 minutes. Stir in fresh basil just before serving.
  8. Serve chicken with creamy sauce spooned over. Pairs well with mashed potatoes, pasta, or steamed vegetables.

Notes

Avoid boiling the cream to prevent curdling. Add cream slowly and stir gently. Use room temperature cream and cheese for best results. If sauce separates or looks grainy, reduce heat immediately and stir gently. For dairy-free, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream and use dairy-free Parmesan alternative.

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