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Creamy Marry Me Chicken Recipe with Sun-Dried Tomatoes

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A quick and easy creamy chicken dish with sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, and a luscious Parmesan cream sauce. Perfect for cozy dinners and busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 pounds / 680 grams)
  • 1/3 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil (about 50 grams)
  • 1 cup heavy cream (240 ml)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth (120 ml), low-sodium preferred
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese (50 grams)
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (blend of dried basil, oregano, thyme)
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Small handful fresh basil or parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Pat dry the chicken breasts with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt, pepper, and 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning. (5 minutes)
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. When shimmering, add the chicken breasts. Cook for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and mostly cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside. (12-15 minutes)
  3. Lower heat to medium. In the same pan, add minced garlic and chopped sun-dried tomatoes. Sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly. (2 minutes)
  4. Pour in chicken broth, scraping the bottom of the pan to lift browned bits. Stir in heavy cream and freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Stir well to combine. (3 minutes)
  5. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Add red pepper flakes if using. Let the sauce reduce and thicken for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. (5 minutes)
  6. Nestle the chicken breasts into the sauce. Cover with a lid or foil and simmer on low heat for another 5-7 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C). (7 minutes)
  7. Remove from heat, sprinkle with chopped fresh basil or parsley. Serve immediately. (2 minutes)

Notes

If the sauce is too thick, add a splash more chicken broth to loosen. If too thin, simmer uncovered longer. Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken is cooked to 165°F. For dairy-free, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream and Parmesan with nutritional yeast. Use sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil for best flavor. Butterflying chicken breasts helps cook faster and more evenly.

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