Marry Me Chicken Creamy Sun-Dried (Printable)

Tender chicken in creamy sauce with sun-dried tomatoes and fresh basil. Great for special dinners.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chicken Preparation

01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
02 - 1 teaspoon salt
03 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
04 - 1 tablespoon olive oil

→ Creamy Sauce

05 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
06 - 4 cloves garlic, minced
07 - 1 cup chicken broth
08 - 1 cup heavy cream
09 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
10 - 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, drained and sliced
11 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
12 - 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
13 - 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped

# Method:

01 - Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Sprinkle salt and black pepper evenly on both sides.
02 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place chicken breasts into the pan and cook for 4 to 5 minutes per side, until golden brown. Remove to a plate and set aside.
03 - Lower the heat to medium in the same skillet. Add unsalted butter and minced garlic, sauté for 1 minute until aromatic.
04 - Pour in chicken broth, scraping browned bits from the pan. Blend in heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, dried oregano, and red pepper flakes.
05 - Stir continuously and bring mixture to a gentle simmer for 3 to 4 minutes, until slightly thickened.
06 - Return seared chicken breasts to the skillet, spoon sauce over them, reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, until chicken is fully cooked (internal temperature reaches 165°F).
07 - Stir chopped basil into the sauce. Taste and adjust seasoning if desired. Serve topped with additional sauce and fresh basil.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Uses everyday ingredients you likely have on hand
  • Delivers rich flavor in just over thirty minutes
  • Easily adjustable to different diets and tastes
  • Always wins rave reviews when served to guests
02 -
  • Fills your kitchen with incredible aromas while cooking
  • Gluten free as written as long as your broth has no hidden wheat
  • Leftovers taste even better the next day after resting in the sauce
  • Rich in protein from chicken and cheese
03 -
  • Sear the chicken until it is truly golden brown to lock in juices and build unforgettable flavor
  • Always use freshly grated Parmesan so it melts seamlessly into the sauce
  • Let the chicken rest in the sauce for a few minutes before serving for maximum tenderness

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