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Creamy Marry Me Chicken Recipe with Sun-Dried Tomatoes

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A quick and easy creamy chicken dish with tangy sun-dried tomatoes and a luscious sauce, perfect for cozy weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 pounds / 680 grams)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (extra virgin recommended)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes (oil-packed recommended)
  • ¾ cup chicken broth (180 ml), low-sodium preferred
  • 1 cup heavy cream (240 ml)
  • ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (blend of dried oregano, basil, and thyme)
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
  • A handful of fresh basil, roughly chopped for garnish

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add chicken breasts and cook for 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F / 74°C). Transfer chicken to a plate and cover loosely with foil to keep warm.
  3. Lower heat to medium. Add minced garlic to the same pan and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add chopped sun-dried tomatoes and cook for another minute.
  4. Pour in ¾ cup chicken broth to deglaze the pan, scraping up browned bits. Let simmer for 2-3 minutes to reduce slightly.
  5. Reduce heat to low. Stir in 1 cup heavy cream and ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese. Add Italian seasoning and red pepper flakes if using. Stir gently until cheese melts and sauce thickens, about 3-4 minutes.
  6. Return chicken breasts to the pan, spoon sauce over them, and simmer together for 3-5 minutes to meld flavors.
  7. Just before serving, sprinkle chopped fresh basil over the dish.

Notes

If sauce thickens too much, thin with a splash of broth or cream. Use a meat thermometer to avoid overcooking chicken. For dairy-free version, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream and Parmesan with nutritional yeast. Sun-dried tomatoes should be oil-packed for best texture; rehydrate dry ones if needed. Serve over mashed potatoes, pasta, or low-carb veggies like cauliflower rice.

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