Marry Me Chicken in a Sun-Dried Tomato Cream Sauce
A delicious love story on a plate, featuring tender chicken in a creamy sun-dried tomato sauce that turns ordinary meals into special occasions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons minced garlic
- ¾ cup low-sodium chicken broth
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated fresh parmesan cheese
- 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes
- Fresh basil for garnish
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Oregano and red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once it’s hot, add the seasoned chicken and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove the chicken and set it aside.
- Toss in the minced garlic and sauté until it becomes fragrant, which should take about 30 seconds.
- Pour in the chicken broth to deglaze the skillet, scraping up any flavorful brown bits from the bottom.
- Stir in the heavy cream and the grated parmesan cheese, mixing until smooth and creamy.
- Add the sun-dried tomatoes along with any optional herbs like oregano or a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for a hint of spice.
- Return the chicken to the skillet and let it simmer for about 10-15 minutes, allowing the chicken to heat through and become coated in the luscious sauce.
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving, either over your favorite pasta or rice.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. Reheat in a skillet over low heat.