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Classic Marry Me Chicken: Restaurant Quality Dinner at Home

Four pieces of golden chicken breast covered in a rich, creamy sauce with sun-dried tomatoes and herbs, representing Marry Me Chicken.
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Make this viral recipe for tender chicken breasts smothered in a rich, creamy garlic Parmesan sauce with sun-dried tomatoes. This simple, elegant dish tastes like it came from an Italian restaurant but is ready in under 30 minutes, making it perfect for an impressive weeknight meal or date night.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, drained and chopped
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cups fresh spinach (optional)

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
  2. Heat the olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Sear the chicken for 5 to 7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F). Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  4. Reduce the heat to medium. Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant. Do not let it burn.
  5. Pour in the chicken broth and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Let it simmer for 2 minutes.
  6. Stir in the chopped sun-dried tomatoes and heavy cream. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer.
  7. Reduce the heat to low. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth and thickened.
  8. If using, stir in the fresh spinach until it wilts into the sauce.
  9. Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet. Spoon the sauce over the chicken.
  10. Simmer for 2 to 3 minutes to heat the chicken through and allow it to absorb the sauce flavor. Serve immediately over pasta or rice.

Notes

  • For a low-carb option, serve this creamy chicken dinner over cauliflower rice or alongside roasted asparagus.
  • If you prefer a tangier sauce, add 1 tablespoon of lemon juice when you add the heavy cream.
  • To make this a one pan chicken recipe with vegetables, add sliced mushrooms with the garlic.

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