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Creamy Garlic Sun-Dried Tomato Parmesan Chicken Recipe

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Creamy Garlic Marry Me Chicken is a luscious skillet dish featuring tender chicken breasts simmered in a rich garlic-parmesan cream sauce with sun-dried tomatoes and fresh herbs. Perfect for an elegant yet easy dinner, this recipe combines savory, tangy, and slightly spicy flavors into a comforting one-pan meal that pairs beautifully with pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter

Sauce

  • 5 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 3/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 2 tablespoons fresh basil or parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Prep the Chicken: Pat the chicken breasts dry using paper towels. Season both sides evenly with salt and black pepper. Lightly coat each piece with all-purpose flour and shake off any excess to ensure an even coating without clumps.
  2. Sear the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the floured chicken breasts and sear them for 4 to 5 minutes on each side until they develop a golden-brown crust. Once seared, transfer the chicken to a plate and set aside.
  3. Cook the Garlic: Reduce the heat to medium and add butter to the same skillet. When the butter has melted, add the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
  4. Deglaze the Pan: Pour in the chicken broth, using a spatula or wooden spoon to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. These add rich flavor to the sauce.
  5. Add Sauce Ingredients: Stir in the heavy cream, freshly grated parmesan cheese, chopped sun-dried tomatoes, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Mix well to combine all elements into a smooth sauce.
  6. Simmer the Sauce: Allow the sauce to simmer gently for 2 to 3 minutes until it thickens slightly, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking or burning.
  7. Return Chicken to Skillet: Place the seared chicken breasts back into the skillet, spooning some sauce over each piece to coat them.
  8. Cook Through and Thicken: Let the chicken simmer in the sauce for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the sauce becomes creamy and rich.
  9. Finish and Garnish: Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with salt or pepper if needed. Sprinkle freshly chopped basil or parsley over the dish for a fresh herbal note.
  10. Serve: Serve the Creamy Garlic Marry Me Chicken hot, ideally over pasta, mashed potatoes, rice, or with warm crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.

Notes

  • Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness before cooking to ensure they cook evenly and remain juicy.
  • Use freshly grated parmesan cheese rather than pre-grated for the smoothest, most flavorful sauce.
  • Keep the sauce at a gentle simmer during cooking, avoiding a hard boil to maintain the cream’s silky texture without curdling.

Keywords: Creamy Garlic Chicken, Marry Me Chicken, Italian Chicken Recipe, Creamy Chicken Dinner, Garlic Parmesan Chicken, Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken

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