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Marry Me Chicken

Tender chicken breasts in a luxurious creamy garlic sauce with sun-dried tomatoes, basil, and Parmesan cheese - perfect for transforming ordinary weeknight dinners into something magical.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 420
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • ⅓ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
  • ¼ cup fresh basil, chopped
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Season chicken breasts generously with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Pound to even ¾-inch thickness for consistent cooking.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. When the oil shimmers, add chicken breasts. Sear for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F. Remove chicken and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Don't let it brown.
  4. Pour in chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Add heavy cream, sun-dried tomatoes, and red pepper flakes. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
  5. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Return chicken to the skillet, spooning sauce over top. Simmer for 3-4 minutes to warm through. Remove from heat and sprinkle with fresh basil before serving.

Notes

Pound chicken breasts to even ¾-inch thickness for consistent cooking. Don't overcook the chicken as it continues cooking in the sauce. Avoid high heat when making cream sauce to prevent curdling. Always add Parmesan off the heat to prevent grittiness. Refrigerate leftovers for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months (cream sauce may separate slightly). Reheat gently on stovetop with a splash of broth to restore creamy consistency.