Marry Me Chicken
This creamy, savory chicken dish is infused with sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, and a splash of cream, making it perfect for a romantic dinner or cozy family meal.
Servings: 4 servings
Equipment
- Large Skillet
- Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
Chicken
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts Ensure they are of uniform size for even cooking.
Seasoning
- to taste Salt Essential for seasoning the chicken.
- to taste Pepper Essential for seasoning the chicken.
Cooking Base
- 2 tablespoons olive oil Provides a rich base for sautéing the chicken.
Sauce Ingredients
- 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes Packed in oil for flavor.
- 4 cloves garlic, minced Adds aromatic warmth.
- 1 cup heavy cream Creates a luxurious sauce.
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning Adds complexity to the dish.
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese Introduces a nutty richness.
Garnish
- to taste fresh basil leaves For garnish.
- to taste freshly cracked black pepper Optional for added heat.
- to taste chili flakes Optional for added heat.
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken breasts and sear for about 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and add minced garlic. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add sun-dried tomatoes and stir with garlic, cooking for another minute.
- Pour in the heavy cream and stir, scraping up any browned bits from the skillet.
- Sprinkle in the Italian seasoning and let the sauce simmer for 3-5 minutes to thicken.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted into the sauce.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, spooning sauce over it. Simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Remove from heat and garnish with fresh basil leaves.
- Serve immediately with sauce over the chicken.
Notes
For variations, consider adding sautéed greens or mushrooms, or using different herbs.