Description
This Best Marry Me Chicken recipe features tender chicken breasts cooked to golden perfection and smothered in a rich, creamy sauce made with garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, Parmesan cheese, and a hint of red pepper flakes. It’s a flavorful and comforting dish perfect for an impressive weeknight dinner or special occasion.
Ingredients
Chicken and Coating
- 1/3 cup flour
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon oregano
- 4 chicken breasts
Cooking
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup chicken stock
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Sauce
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- Basil leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the coating: In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, salt, pepper, dried thyme, and oregano. Whisk well to evenly distribute the seasonings.
- Dredge the chicken: Coat each chicken breast thoroughly in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
- Brown the chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add the chicken breasts and cook for 5 minutes per side until they are golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
- Sauté the garlic: In the same skillet, add the minced garlic cloves and cook for about one minute until fragrant, making sure not to burn them.
- Deglaze the pan: Pour in the chicken stock and add the red pepper flakes. Use a spatula to scrape up the flavorful browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
- Create the sauce: Stir in the heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese. Allow the mixture to simmer gently for a few minutes to thicken and meld the flavors.
- Add tomatoes: Mix in the chopped sun-dried tomatoes and combine well into the sauce.
- Finish the dish: Return the browned chicken breasts to the skillet, spoon the sauce over them, and let everything simmer on low heat for a few minutes to warm through and absorb the flavors. Garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired and serve hot.
Notes
- Ensure chicken breasts are pounded to even thickness for uniform cooking if needed.
- Adjust red pepper flakes to taste for more or less spiciness.
- Sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil can add extra richness—drain slightly if preferred.
- Serve over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread to enjoy the delicious sauce.
- Leftovers keep well refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
