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Creamy Marry Me Chicken Recipe with Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Parmesan Sauce Made Easy

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A rich and comforting creamy marry me chicken dish featuring sun-dried tomatoes and parmesan sauce, perfect for quick weeknight dinners or special occasions.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs / 680g)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • ½ cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes (packed in oil preferred)
  • 1 cup chicken broth (low sodium)
  • ¾ cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels, then season both sides generously with salt and pepper. Let them sit at room temperature for 10 minutes.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering (about 3 minutes). Add chicken breasts and cook without moving for 5-6 minutes until golden brown on one side.
  3. Flip chicken and cook another 4-5 minutes until browned and nearly cooked through (internal temp around 150°F). Remove chicken and set aside, loosely covered with foil.
  4. Lower heat to medium. Add minced garlic and chopped sun-dried tomatoes to the pan. Stir frequently for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Add a splash of chicken broth if pan looks dry to deglaze.
  5. Pour in 1 cup chicken broth and bring to a gentle simmer. Reduce slightly for 3-4 minutes.
  6. Stir in ¾ cup heavy cream and 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning. Simmer gently for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, avoiding boiling.
  7. Turn heat to low and slowly add ½ cup grated parmesan cheese, stirring constantly until melted and sauce is smooth. Add salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using.
  8. Return chicken to the pan, nestle into the sauce, spoon sauce over top, and simmer on very low heat for 3-4 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F internal temperature.
  9. Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the chicken and sauce before serving.

Notes

Use an instant-read thermometer to check chicken doneness. Avoid boiling the cream to prevent sauce breaking. Add parmesan cheese slowly on low heat for a silky sauce. Reheat leftovers gently with a splash of broth or cream to loosen sauce.

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Keywords: creamy marry me chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, parmesan sauce, easy chicken recipe, quick dinner, comfort food

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