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Creamy One-Pan Marry Me Chicken Recipe Easy Sun-Dried Tomato Sauce

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A comforting and easy one-pan chicken dish featuring tender chicken breasts simmered in a creamy, tangy sun-dried tomato sauce. Perfect for quick weeknight dinners with minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 6 oz / 170 g each)
  • ½ cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil (about 80 g), drained
  • 1 cup heavy cream (240 ml)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ cup chicken broth (120 ml)
  • ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese (about 50 g)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs (oregano, thyme, basil blend)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: fresh chopped basil or parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Pat dry the chicken breasts and season both sides with salt, pepper, and dried Italian herbs. Let sit for about 5 minutes.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken breasts and sear for 5-6 minutes on the first side without moving them.
  3. Flip the chicken and cook another 4-5 minutes until golden and almost cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside.
  4. Reduce heat to medium. Add minced garlic to the same pan and stir for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Add chopped sun-dried tomatoes and cook for 1 minute, stirring to combine.
  6. Pour in chicken broth and scrape up any browned bits from the pan. Let simmer for 2 minutes to reduce slightly.
  7. Stir in heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese. Simmer gently, stirring often, until the sauce thickens, about 3-4 minutes. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Return chicken breasts to the pan, nestling them into the sauce. Cover loosely and simmer over low heat for 5-7 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  9. Sprinkle fresh chopped basil or parsley if desired. Remove from heat and let rest for a couple of minutes before serving.

Notes

Do not rush searing the chicken to form a golden crust which locks in moisture. Avoid boiling the cream aggressively to prevent curdling. If sauce thickens too much, stir in a splash of broth or cream. Let chicken finish cooking in the sauce to keep it juicy. Leftovers reheat best gently on stove with added broth or cream.

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Keywords: one-pan chicken, creamy chicken, sun-dried tomato sauce, easy dinner, weeknight meal, skillet chicken, comfort food

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