Marry Me Chicken is a heartwarming dish that’s perfect for a special dinner. With its creamy, savory sauce and tender chicken, it’s a surefire way to impress your loved ones.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
Instructions
- 1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 2. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- 3. In a large oven-safe skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken breasts until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- 4. Reduce the heat to medium and add the garlic to the skillet, sautéing until fragrant.
- 5. Stir in the dried oregano, chicken broth, heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and crushed red pepper flakes. Allow the sauce to simmer for 3-5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- 6. Add the sun-dried tomatoes to the sauce and stir.
- 7. Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, spoon some sauce over each piece, and transfer the skillet to the preheated oven.
- 8. Bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
- 9. Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Notes
This dish pairs beautifully with pasta or crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.
