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Creamy Marry Me Chicken served with sun-dried tomatoes and fresh parsley

Marry Me Chicken

A creamy, savory chicken dish made with garlic, parmesan, and sun-dried tomatoes, great for a cozy dinner that feels fancy without the fuss.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces Chicken breasts or thighs for juicier options
  • Salt Salt to taste
  • Pepper Black pepper to taste
  • 3 cloves Garlic, minced Fresh minced is best
  • 1 cup Chicken broth
  • 1 cup Heavy cream Half and half works, but is thinner
  • 1/2 cup Sun dried tomatoes The ones in oil are easiest and tastiest
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan, grated Freshly grated if possible
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning or a mix of basil and oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon Red pepper flakes Optional, for a tiny kick
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil or butter for the pan

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Pat the chicken dry and season it well with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium to medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until golden on both sides, then remove to a plate.
  3. Lower the heat slightly, add more oil or butter, then stir in the garlic for about 30 seconds, keeping it moving to avoid burning.
  4. Pour in the broth and scrape the bottom of the pan, then add the sun-dried tomatoes and seasoning.
  5. Add the cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in parmesan until melted and the sauce is smooth.
  6. Return the chicken to the skillet and finish cooking in the sauce until cooked through and the sauce thickens enough to coat a spoon.

Notes

Do not skip the browning for flavor. Use fresh grated parmesan for a smoother sauce. Keep the heat gentle when adding cream to maintain a creamy texture.