Marry Me Chicken
Marry Me Chicken is a deliciously creamy dish that transforms tender chicken breasts into a culinary masterpiece. Infused with garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh basil, this recipe promises to captivate your loved ones and perhaps even inspire a proposal! Ideal for both weeknight dinners and special occasions, Marry Me Chicken is sure to become a go-to favorite in your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes (packed in oil), chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1/2 cup white wine
- 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: mince the garlic and chop sun-dried tomatoes.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat olive oil and sear the seasoned chicken breasts until golden brown, about 5 minutes per side.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in white wine and let it simmer until reduced by half.
- Stir in heavy cream and chicken broth to create the sauce, then add Parmesan cheese and sun-dried tomatoes.
- Gently fold in chopped basil and simmer until thickened for a few minutes.
- Serve over pasta or rice, garnishing with extra basil.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (approximately 175g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 140mg
Keywords: Customize this dish by substituting sun-dried tomatoes with roasted red peppers or adding spinach for extra nutrition. For added depth of flavor, use homemade chicken broth instead of store-bought.