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Marry Me Chicken (Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken)

A rich, creamy skillet chicken with sun-dried tomatoes and Parmesan that's quick and comforting.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4 servings

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Tongs or spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Whisk
  • Plate

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts sliced or pounded thin
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 Tablespoon olive oil
  • 3 Tablespoons butter
  • 2 teaspoons garlic minced
  • 3 Tablespoons all-purpose flour for roux
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 3/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes drained and chopped if large
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning dried
  • fresh basil for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Slice or pound the chicken breasts to about 1/2-inch thickness so they cook evenly; season both sides with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook 4–5 minutes per side until mostly cooked through and golden; transfer to a plate and set aside.
  • Reduce heat to medium and add 3 tablespoons butter to the same skillet. When melted, sauté 2 teaspoons minced garlic for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  • Stir in 3 tablespoons flour to form a paste and cook 1 minute while stirring to remove the raw flour taste.
  • Whisk in 1 cup chicken broth and 3/4 cup heavy cream until smooth, then add 1/2 cup grated Parmesan; stir until the sauce is combined.
  • Add 1/2 cup drained sun-dried tomatoes and 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning; season with additional salt and pepper to taste and simmer a few minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
  • Return the chicken to the skillet, nestling it into the sauce. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer uncovered 8–12 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened.
  • Garnish with chopped fresh basil and serve warm over pasta or rice if desired.

Notes

  • Shrink chicken to even thickness for uniform cooking.
  • Reserve browned bits in the pan for extra flavor in the sauce.
  • Chop sun-dried tomatoes if they are large.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning before serving.