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Quick & Tasty Marry Me Chicken Recipe
Emily

Quick & Tasty Marry Me Chicken

A creamy, flavorful chicken dish featuring juicy seared chicken breasts simmered in a rich sauce with garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, Parmesan, and herbs. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a romantic meal at home.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: "Italian-Inspired, American
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp dried Italian herbs (or basil, oregano, thyme)
  • red pepper flakes (optional)
  • fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Meat thermometer
  • knife
  • cutting board
  • Spoon or spatula

Method
 

  1. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken 4–5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  2. Reduce heat to medium, add butter, and sauté garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add sun-dried tomatoes and cook 1–2 minutes.
  3. Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth. Stir in Parmesan, Italian herbs, and optional red pepper flakes. Simmer 3–5 minutes until sauce thickens slightly.
  4. Return chicken to skillet, spoon sauce over it, and simmer 2–3 minutes to meld flavors.
  5. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve over pasta, rice, or roasted vegetables.

Notes

Serve over pasta, rice, or roasted vegetables for a complete meal. Adjust the spice by adding or skipping red pepper flakes. For extra richness, use freshly grated Parmesan. Make sure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).