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Baked Marry Me Chicken

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Baked Marry Me Chicken is a rich and comforting dish featuring juicy chicken breasts baked in a creamy sun-dried tomato sauce, finished with fresh basil and parmesan for an elegant yet easy dinner.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
  • Total Time: 40-45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 4 breasts, 8 ounces each)
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)
  • 1/3 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
  • Small handful fresh basil, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup heavy cream (33%–36% fat)
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup dry white wine
  • 1 tablespoon double concentrated tomato paste
  • 1/2 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes, drained if packed in oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and position rack in the top third of the oven.
  2. Arrange chicken breasts in a 9×13-inch baking dish. Sprinkle evenly with garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together heavy cream, chicken broth, white wine, tomato paste, cornstarch, dried oregano, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes until smooth. Stir in sun-dried tomatoes.
  4. Pour the sauce around the chicken breasts in the baking dish.
  5. Bake uncovered for 30–35 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  6. Remove from oven, stir the sauce gently, and spoon some over each chicken breast.
  7. Sprinkle parmesan and sliced basil over the top.
  8. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Add fresh baby spinach during resting time for extra greens.
  • Boneless skinless chicken thighs can be substituted; adjust cooking time as needed.
  • Increase sun-dried tomatoes for stronger tomato flavor.
  • For thicker sauce, increase cornstarch to 3/4 tablespoon.
  • Store leftovers in refrigerator for 3–4 days.
  • Reheat gently over low heat, adding broth or cream if needed.
  • Freezing is not recommended due to cream-based sauce separation.

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