Description
Indulge in this juicy, herb-infused Marry Me Chicken, featuring seared chicken breasts smothered in a rich sun-dried tomato cream sauce. The perfect balance of Mediterranean flavors and cheesy warmth, this dish is ideal for date nights or family dinners. Pounded chicken stays tender, and the glossy sauce clings beautifully without drying out the meat.
Ingredients
3 pounds (6–8 medium) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil or neutral oil (e.g., canola or avocado)
2 tablespoons minced garlic
½ cup low-sodium chicken broth (or vegetable broth for vegetarian adaptation)
½ cup heavy cream
½ cup grated fresh parmesan cheese
1 cup sun-dried tomatoes (oil-packed, chopped)
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh thyme
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C)
Pound chicken breasts to ½-inch thickness
Season both sides with salt and pepper
Heat olive oil in oven-safe skillet over medium-high
Sear chicken for 2-3 minutes per side until golden
Transfer skillet to oven and bake for 12-15 minutes until cooked through
Meanwhile, sauté garlic in a pot for 1 minute
Add chopped sun-dried tomatoes and simmer for 5 minutes
Add ¼ cup water to blend (if clumps stick) and cook for 3 minutes
Stir in heavy cream and reduce by half, 5-7 minutes
Blend in grated parmesan and season with salt
Serve chicken topped with sauce and garnish with thyme
Notes
Use frozen chicken breasts if fresh not available; thaw completely before preparation
Freshly cracked pepper enhances flavor
Vegetable broth makes the recipe vegetarian-friendly
Reheat sauce separately, adding water if needed to restore consistency
Choose aged parmesan for deeper flavor
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 25
- Category: Easy Chicken Recipes
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 4200mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 350mg