Description
Marry Me Chicken is an irresistible dish known for its rich, creamy sauce, tender chicken, and the perfect blend of sun-dried tomatoes and fresh basil. This recipe promises a savory experience that’s bound to impress, making it a popular choice for special occasions or a romantic dinner.
Ingredients
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Heavy cream
- Fresh parmesan cheese
- Sun-dried tomatoes
- Fresh basil
- Olive oil, salt, pepper, and optional spices for seasoning
Instructions
- Prepare Chicken: Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and any desired spices. Sear in a skillet with olive oil until golden.
- Make Sauce: In the same skillet, add heavy cream, grated parmesan, and chopped sun-dried tomatoes. Let simmer until thickened.
- Bake: Return chicken to the skillet, covering it with the sauce. Bake in a preheated oven until the chicken is thoroughly cooked.
- Garnish: Serve with a garnish of fresh basil and extra parmesan.
Notes
- For a thicker sauce, allow it to simmer and reduce before baking.
- Substitute heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter version, but adjust cooking time accordingly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking/Sautéing
- Cuisine: American-Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: per serving
- Calories: Approximately 600-700 kcal
- Sugar: 4g (mainly from sun-dried tomatoes)
- Sodium: 400-500mg (varies with cheese and seasoning)
- Fat: 45-55g (with variations depending on cream and cheese used)
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 150mg