Description
This creamy, skillet-cooked marry me chicken features tender breasts in a rich Parmesan and sun-dried tomato sauce—an irresistible one-pan dinner perfect for date night or any night.
Ingredients
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Salt and pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup chicken broth
3/4 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes (in oil, drained)
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
1/2 teaspoon thyme
Fresh basil or parsley, for garnish
Instructions
Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken for 4–5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Set aside.
In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and sauté minced garlic for 1 minute until fragrant.
Deglaze the pan with chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits.
Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, oregano, red pepper flakes, and thyme. Simmer for 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
Return the chicken to the skillet, spoon sauce over the top, and simmer for another 3–5 minutes to blend flavors.
Garnish with fresh basil or parsley before serving.
Notes
Swap chicken breasts with boneless thighs for a more tender texture.
Add baby spinach at the end for a pop of green.
Use half-and-half instead of heavy cream for a lighter version (sauce will be less rich).
Pairs well with pasta, mashed potatoes, rice, or crusty bread.
Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheat gently with a splash of broth or cream.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet / Sauté
- Cuisine: American
