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Marry Me Chicken

A creamy, Italian-inspired dish with tender chicken breasts, sun-dried tomatoes, and a rich sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners or romantic occasions.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 4 chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh basil for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then add to the skillet.
  3. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per side.
  4. Remove chicken and set aside.
  5. In the same skillet, add garlic and sauté for about 1 minute.
  6. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring to combine.
  7. Add sun-dried tomatoes and Italian seasoning, and bring sauce to a simmer.
  8. Return chicken to the skillet, spooning sauce over it, and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
  9. Garnish with fresh basil and serve with pasta or rice.

Notes

For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in Italian dressing for a few hours before cooking. Add red pepper flakes for heat.

  • Author: jessica-baker
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: None

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 30g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg

Keywords: chicken, creamy sauce, Italian, easy dinner, romantic meal