Description
Marry Me Chicken promises passionate flavor that seduces taste buds with its rich parmesan and sun-dried tomato magic. Succulent chicken breasts draped in creamy sauce guarantee instant culinary romance that will sweep you off your feet.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Sauce Ingredients:
- 1 1/3–2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/3 cup heavy cream
- 1/5 cup grated fresh parmesan cheese
- 1/3–2/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes
- 2/3 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/3 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
Cooking Fat:
- 1 1/3 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare the chicken by seasoning both sides with salt and pepper, ensuring even coverage.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers. Carefully sear chicken breasts for 3-4 minutes per side, developing a golden-brown exterior without fully cooking the meat.
- Reduce heat and add minced garlic, sautéing quickly until aromatic but not browned, which could create a bitter taste.
- Deglaze the pan with chicken broth, scraping up flavorful browned bits from the bottom. Allow liquid to reduce slightly, then incorporate heavy cream, parmesan, sun-dried tomatoes, oregano, and red pepper flakes, stirring to create a harmonious sauce.
- Gently return seared chicken to the skillet, coating each piece thoroughly with the creamy sauce. Transfer the entire skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 160°F.
- Remove from oven and let chicken rest for 5 minutes, allowing juices to redistribute. Generously spoon additional sauce over the chicken before serving to maximize flavor and moisture.
Notes
- Customize the chicken thickness by gently pounding breasts to ensure even cooking and faster preparation.
- Swap heavy cream with Greek yogurt or coconut cream for lighter, dietary-friendly alternatives that maintain creamy texture.
- Select sun-dried tomatoes packed in olive oil for enhanced flavor depth and smoother sauce consistency.
- Test chicken doneness using meat thermometer instead of visual cues to guarantee perfect internal temperature without overcooking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 46g
- Cholesterol: 135mg