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Marry Me Chicken

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Marry Me Chicken is a creamy, flavorful skillet dish made with tender chicken breasts simmered in a rich garlic-Parmesan cream sauce with sun-dried tomatoes and fresh basil. It’s elegant enough for date night but simple enough for weeknight cooking.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 2 lb / ~900 g)
  • 1½ teaspoons kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
  • ½ cup (120 ml) chicken stock
  • 1 teaspoon “Better Than Bouillon” chicken flavour (or 1 chicken bouillon cube)
  • ½ cup (≈50 g) freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 (7-ounce / ~200 g) jar sun-dried tomatoes, drained and chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • ¼ cup (≈5 g) fresh basil, thinly sliced
  • Cooked pasta or mashed potatoes, for serving (optional)

Instructions

  1. Pat chicken dry and season with 1 teaspoon salt and black pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken for 5 minutes per side until golden. Remove from skillet and set aside.
  3. Reduce heat to medium. Add garlic to the skillet and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Stir in heavy cream, chicken stock, bouillon, Parmesan, sun-dried tomatoes, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, and remaining ½ teaspoon salt. Mix until smooth.
  5. Return chicken (with any juices) to the skillet. Simmer on medium-low for 8–10 minutes, or until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) and sauce thickens.
  6. Remove from heat. Stir in fresh basil and sprinkle with extra Parmesan if desired.
  7. Serve warm over pasta, mashed potatoes, or your preferred side.

Notes

  • Use chicken thighs for a juicier alternative.
  • Stir in spinach or mushrooms for added vegetables.
  • Reduce cream or use half-and-half for a lighter sauce.
  • Simmer longer to thicken sauce, or use a cornstarch slurry if needed.
  • Leftovers keep for up to 3 days refrigerated. Reheat gently to prevent curdling.

Nutrition

Find it online: https://savorymomskitchen.com/marry-me-chicken/