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Delicious Marry Me Chicken recipe served on a plate with fresh herbs.

Marry Me Chicken

A creamy and romantic chicken dish featuring sun-dried tomatoes, perfect for a cozy date night or family dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil For cooking the chicken
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced Adds flavor
  • 1 cup heavy cream For the creamy sauce
  • 1 cup chicken broth For sauce base
  • 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish Adds freshness and color

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper and add them to the skillet. Cook until browned on both sides.
  3. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
  6. Add heavy cream, sun-dried tomatoes, oregano, and basil to the skillet, stirring to combine.
  7. Return the chicken to the skillet and let it simmer in the sauce for 15-20 minutes, or until cooked through.
Serving
  1. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with pasta, rice, or a fresh garden salad.

Notes

Brown the chicken well for extra flavor. Don't skip the fresh parsley as it adds a lovely pop of color and freshness. You can adjust the seasoning based on your taste. Feel free to add more herbs if you like a stronger flavor.