Description
Marry Me Chicken is a romantic dish that features tender chicken breasts enveloped in a luxurious creamy sauce infused with garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, and Italian herbs. This impressive yet simple recipe is perfect for special occasions or cozy weeknight dinners. With its mouthwatering aroma and rich flavors, Marry Me Chicken is sure to win hearts at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes, oil-packed, chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat and sear chicken for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Remove chicken and in the same skillet, sauté minced garlic and sun-dried tomatoes for about one minute.
- Add heavy cream and chicken broth; stir until combined.
- Mix in Italian seasoning and Parmesan cheese; simmer for two minutes until slightly thickened.
- Place seared chicken back into the skillet or transfer to the baking dish; pour sauce over the top.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of at least 165°F (75°C). Serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken with sauce (approx. 6 oz)
- Calories: 543
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 21g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 43g
- Cholesterol: 158mg
Keywords: For added flavor, incorporate vegetables like spinach or mushrooms into the sauce. Feel free to adjust seasonings according to your taste preferences.