Marry Me Chicken Recipe
A creamy, indulgent skillet dish with golden-seared chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, and a dreamy garlic-parmesan sauce. Perfect for date nights or weeknight dinners!
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- 2 lbs chicken breasts butterflied and pounded thin
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp granulated onion powder
- 1 tsp granulated garlic powder
- 1 tsp Italian herb blend
- ½ tsp cracked black pepper
Dredge Mixture:
- ½ cup all-purpose flour or almond flour for gluten-free
- 1 tsp granulated onion powder
- 1 tsp granulated garlic powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp cracked black pepper
Sauce & Aromatics:
- 3 Tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 Tbsp cooking oil
- ¼ cup finely diced onion
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- ¼ –½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes adjust to taste
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 –1½ cups heavy whipping cream or coconut cream for dairy-free
- ⅓ cup grated parmesan cheese or nutritional yeast for vegan
- 4 oz sun-dried tomatoes chopped
- 5 –6 large fresh basil leaves chiffonade for garnish
- Salt to taste
Instructions
Prep the Chicken:
- Butterfly the chicken breasts and pound them to an even thickness (about ½ inch).
- Season both sides with salt, pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, and Italian herbs.
- Dredge each piece in the flour mixture, shaking off excess.
Sear the Chicken:
- Heat butter and oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear the chicken for 3–4 minutes per side until golden-brown. Remove and set aside.
Build the Sauce:
- In the same skillet, sauté diced onion, garlic, and red pepper flakes for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
- Deglaze the pan with chicken broth, scraping up browned bits.
- Stir in heavy cream, parmesan, and sun-dried tomatoes. Simmer for 5–7 minutes until thickened. Taste and adjust seasoning.
Finish the Dish:
- Return the chicken to the skillet, spooning the sauce over the top.
- Garnish with fresh basil and serve hot.
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Notes
Nutrition Information (Per Serving)
- Calories : 470 kcal
- Fat : 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Protein : 35g
- Carbs : 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium : 600mg
Disclaimer: Nutritional values are approximate and based on automated calculations. Actual numbers may vary depending on the specific ingredients and brands used. For precise information, please check the nutrition labels of your ingredients or refer to your preferred brand’s data.