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Marry Me Chicken Recipe

Learn how to make the most delicious Marry Me Chicken with this easy skillet recipe. Juicy chicken breasts are cooked in a creamy sun-dried tomato and Parmesan sauce that's perfect for dinner! Ready in under 40 minutes, this one-pan chicken dish is sure to impress your loved ones.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 480
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large chicken breasts, boneless and skinless, halved lengthwise (or 4 smaller pieces)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (oil-packed, drained)
  • ½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for a bit of heat)
  • Fresh basil and parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

  1. Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness of about ½ inch. Season both sides with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and sear for about 5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and chopped onion. Sauté for about 2-3 minutes until the onions are soft and fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth to deglaze the skillet, scraping up any brown bits from the bottom. Add the heavy cream and stir to combine. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
  5. Stir in the sun-dried tomatoes, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes (if using). Let the sauce simmer for about 3-5 minutes until it slightly thickens.
  6. Return the seared chicken breasts to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce. Spoon some of the sauce over the chicken and let it simmer for another 5 minutes.
  7. Sprinkle fresh basil and extra Parmesan cheese over the chicken. Serve the Marry Me Chicken hot with your choice of pasta, rice, mashed potatoes, or crusty bread.

Notes

Storage & Meal Prep
Refrigerator: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days.
Freezer: Freeze in a sealed container for up to 2-3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge.
Reheat: Warm in a skillet over medium heat, in the microwave, or in a 350°F oven until heated through.