30-Minute Marry Me Chicken
A quick, creamy, and flavorful chicken dish with sun-dried tomatoes, Parmesan, and a rich cream sauce. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or special occasion.
Ingredients
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts sliced in half horizontally, about 1.5 lbs
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil drained and chopped
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil or parsley chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Step 1: Prepare the Chicken
Pat chicken dry, season with salt and pepper, then dredge lightly in flour, shaking off excess. - Step 2: Sear the Chicken
Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken 3-4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside. - Step 3: Start the Sauce
Reduce heat to medium. Add garlic, cook 30 seconds, then stir in Italian seasoning and red pepper flakes. - Step 4: Build the Cream Sauce
Pour in chicken broth to deglaze the pan, simmer 1-2 minutes. Reduce heat to low and stir in heavy cream and sun-dried tomatoes. - Step 5: Finish the Dish
Simmer 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened. Stir in Parmesan until melted and smooth. - Step 6: Combine and Serve
Return chicken to skillet, spoon sauce over each piece, simmer 1 minute to warm through. Garnish with basil or parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
Flour helps form a crust and thickens the sauce. Use freshly grated Parmesan for best results. Optional: add 1 cup fresh spinach to the sauce for color and nutrients.
