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Marry Me Chicken

Marry Me Chicken: Juicy Romance on Your Dinner Table

Discover Marry Me Chicken, a creamy, sun-dried tomato-coated dish that transforms dinner into a romantic experience.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 570
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour gluten-free flour can be used
  • to taste salt
  • to taste black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon butter or margarine for a lighter option
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons shallots diced; yellow onion can be used if needed
  • 2 cloves garlic minced; pre-minced or garlic powder can be used
  • 1 cup chicken broth vegetable broth for vegetarian option
  • 1 cup heavy cream substitute with half-and-half for lighter sauce
  • ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes chopped; soak in hot water if dry
  • ¼ cup fresh basil chopped; dried can be used in smaller amounts
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional, adjust to taste
  • ½ cup Parmesan cheese grated; Pecorino Romano is a substitute
For Serving
  • 8 ounces pasta linguine or fettuccine recommended

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Pot
  • meat thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Marry Me Chicken
  1. Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Dredge in seasoned all-purpose flour and set aside.
  2. In a skillet over medium-high heat, warm olive oil and butter. Sear chicken for about 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
  3. In the same skillet, lower heat and add shallots and garlic. Sauté until shallots are translucent.
  4. Pour in chicken broth, scrape bits from pan and simmer for 5 minutes.
  5. Stir in heavy cream and sun-dried tomatoes. Simmer until thickened, about 5-7 minutes.
  6. Add Parmesan cheese to the sauce. Return chicken to skillet and sprinkle with fresh basil.
  7. Cook pasta according to package instructions. Toss with sauce and chicken in the skillet before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 570kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 50gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 165mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Pat chicken dry to ensure a golden sear. Customize with other vegetables or cream cheese for richness.

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