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Creamy Marry Me Chicken Recipe Easy Sun-Dried Tomato Sauce Dinner

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A quick and easy creamy chicken dish with a rich sun-dried tomato sauce, perfect for cozy dinners and busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs / 680 g), pounded to even thickness
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (extra virgin preferred)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (packed in oil; if dry, soak briefly in warm water)
  • 1 cup chicken broth (240 ml), homemade or low sodium
  • ¾ cup heavy cream (180 ml), full fat
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • A handful fresh basil, chopped
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Place chicken breasts between two sheets of parchment paper or plastic wrap. Pound gently with a meat mallet or rolling pin until about ½ inch (1.25 cm) thick. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken breasts and cook 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F/74°C). Remove chicken and set aside.
  3. Lower heat to medium. Add butter to the skillet. Once melted, add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Add chopped sun-dried tomatoes and sauté for 1-2 minutes, stirring to combine.
  5. Pour in chicken broth to deglaze the pan, scraping up browned bits. Simmer and reduce slightly for about 3 minutes.
  6. Stir in heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese. Cook gently until cheese melts and sauce thickens, about 3-4 minutes. Add more broth or cream if sauce is too thick.
  7. Add red pepper flakes if using. Taste and adjust salt and pepper. Stir in chopped fresh basil just before adding chicken back.
  8. Nestle chicken breasts into the sauce. Spoon sauce over the top and heat together for 2 minutes. Serve hot, garnished with extra basil if desired.

Notes

Do not skip pounding the chicken to ensure even cooking and tenderness. Use room temperature chicken for better browning. Avoid boiling the cream to prevent separation. Freshly grated Parmesan melts better than pre-grated. Reheat leftovers gently on stovetop with a splash of broth or cream to keep moist.

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