Marry Me Chicken
Ingredients
- • 680 g chicken breasts
- • 30 ml olive oil
- • 30 g butter
- • 4 cloves garlic
- • 60 g sun-dried tomatoes
- • 240 ml heavy cream
- • 120 ml chicken broth
- • 50 g parmesan cheese
- • 5 ml Italian seasoning
- • 1 ml red pepper flakes
- • 15 g fresh basil
- • 1 sprinkle salt to taste
- • 1 sprinkle black pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1
Season chicken breasts on both sides with salt and pepper
- 2
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat
- 3
Sear chicken breasts for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temp 165°F/74°C)
- 4
Remove chicken from skillet and set aside on a plate
- 5
In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and add butter
- 6
Once butter melts, add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant
- 7
Add sun-dried tomatoes, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes, stirring for 1 minute
- 8
Pour in chicken broth and let it simmer for 2 minutes, scraping up any browned bits
- 9
Add heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer
- 10
Stir in parmesan cheese until melted and sauce is smooth
- 11
Return chicken to the skillet and spoon sauce over the top
- 12
Let simmer in the sauce for 3-4 minutes to reheat and absorb flavors
- 13
Garnish with fresh chopped basil before serving...
Nutrition (per serving)
Nutrition data is approximate and derived from OpenFoodFacts.org. Values may vary based on ingredients, brands, and preparation methods. Not intended as dietary or medical advice.
Chef's Note
"This irresistibly creamy dish gets its name from being so delicious it could inspire a proposal! The key is not overcooking the chicken - use a meat thermometer for perfectly juicy results. Serve over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread to soak up every drop of that incredible sauce."
