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Classic Marry Me Chicken

Two golden-brown pieces of Marry Me Chicken smothered in a creamy, orange-hued sauce and topped with fresh basil.
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Make this viral Marry Me Chicken for a restaurant-quality dinner at home. Tender chicken breasts cook in a rich, creamy sauce with sun-dried tomatoes and Parmesan cheese. This dish is quick enough for a weeknight but impressive enough for a date night.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, drained and chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
  2. Heat the olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Sear the chicken breasts for 5 to 7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F or 74°C). Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  4. Reduce the heat to medium. Add the minced garlic to the same skillet and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant. Do not let it burn.
  5. Pour in the chicken broth and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Let it simmer for 2 minutes.
  6. Stir in the heavy cream and chopped sun-dried tomatoes. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer.
  7. Reduce the heat to low and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth and thickened. Taste and adjust salt and pepper if needed.
  8. Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet. Spoon the sauce over the chicken.
  9. Simmer for 2 to 3 minutes to heat the chicken through and allow it to absorb the sauce flavor.
  10. Garnish with fresh basil before serving. Serve this creamy chicken dinner idea over pasta or with rice.

Notes

  • For a quicker version, use pre-sliced sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil.
  • If you want to make Marry Me Chicken Pasta, cook 8 ounces of your favorite pasta separately and toss it directly into the finished sauce before adding the chicken back.
  • You can add a handful of fresh spinach to the sauce when you add the heavy cream for extra color and nutrients.

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