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Creamy chicken and herbs in a rich yellow sauce garnished with fresh basil and grated cheese.

Marry Me Chicken Recipe

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5 from 3 votes
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 750 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 4 chicken breasts skinless
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 6 tablespoons flour
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic sliced
  • 1 cup chicken stock
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried red pepper flakes
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan finely grated, plus more for serving
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoons fresh basil for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels, then season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
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  • Place the flour in a shallow bowl. Dredge each chicken breast in the flour, turning to coat evenly and shaking off any excess.
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  • In a large nonstick or cast-iron skillet, melt the butter with the olive oil over medium-high heat.
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  • Add the chicken breasts and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and nearly cooked through. Transfer the chicken to a plate and cover loosely with foil to keep warm.
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  • Reduce the heat to medium. Add the garlic to the same skillet and sauté for 30 seconds, just until fragrant.
  • Pour in the chicken stock and use a wooden spoon to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
  • Stir in the heavy cream, oregano, thyme, and red pepper flakes. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce begins to thicken slightly.
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  • Gradually stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce is smooth.
  • Add the sun-dried tomatoes to the pan, then return the chicken and any juices to the skillet. Simmer gently over medium-low heat for 5-6 minutes more, or until the sauce is thick, creamy, and the chicken is cooked through to an internal temperature of 165°F.
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  • Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper as needed. Garnish with fresh basil and extra Parmesan before serving.
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Nutrition

Calories: 750kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 59gFat: 47gSaturated Fat: 24gSodium: 652mgFiber: 2g
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