Description
Marry Me Chicken is a rich, creamy, and flavorful dish featuring tender chicken breasts simmered in a luscious garlic parmesan sauce with sun-dried tomatoes and a hint of chili flakes, perfect for romantic dinners or family gatherings.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Seasonings
- 3 large chicken breasts boneless and skinless, sliced lengthwise into thin cutlets
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
For the Coating
- 6 tablespoons (50 grams) all-purpose flour
Sauces and Fats
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) olive oil
- 2 tablespoons (28 grams) unsalted butter
Flavorings and Additional Ingredients
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup (240 ml) chicken stock
- 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
- 1/2 cup (43 grams) parmesan cheese grated
- 1 teaspoon chili flakes
- 1/4 teaspoon oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon thyme
- 1/3 cup sundried tomatoes chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil leaves
Instructions
- Prep the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper, then dredge each piece in flour, shaking off any excess to ensure an even coating.
- Sear the Chicken: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and melt the butter over medium heat. Once hot, add the chicken cutlets and cook for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer the cooked chicken to a plate, cover loosely with foil, and set aside.
- Sauté Garlic and Deglaze: In the same pan, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in the chicken stock, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet to add flavor to the sauce.
- Make the Creamy Sauce: Reduce heat to medium-low. Stir in the heavy cream and grated parmesan cheese. Allow the mixture to simmer gently for 2-3 minutes until it begins to thicken.
- Season and Add Sun-Dried Tomatoes: Season the sauce with chili flakes, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper to taste. Stir in the chopped sun-dried tomatoes and cook for another 2-3 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Return Chicken to Sauce: Place the cooked chicken breasts back into the skillet, spooning sauce over them. Let everything simmer for an additional 3-5 minutes until heated through and sauce has thickened.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with fresh basil leaves. Serve hot over cooked pasta, rice, or with crusty bread for a satisfying meal.
Notes
- For a spicier version, increase chili flakes to 1-2 teaspoons.
- You can substitute heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter option.
- Make sure not to overcrowd the pan when searing the chicken to ensure proper browning.
- Prepare the ingredients beforehand for a quicker cooking process.
- This dish pairs wonderfully with pasta or rice and a simple green salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe (~350g)
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 620 mg
- Fat: 38 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 45 g
- Cholesterol: 140 mg
