Marry Me Chicken Recipe
Creamy Marry Me Chicken made with juicy chicken breasts, Parmesan cheese, garlic, and sun-dried tomatoes.Easy one-pan chicken dinner ready in about 35 minutes.Perfect served with pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes.
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil divided
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- Kosher salt to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 2 garlic cloves finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 3/4 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/2 cup finely chopped sun-dried tomatoes
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
- Torn fresh basil for serving
Instructions
Step 1
- Preheat the oven to 375°F. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat.
Step 2
- Season the chicken breasts generously with salt and black pepper. Cook the chicken for about 5 minutes per side until golden brown. Transfer the chicken to a plate.
- Step 3
- In the same skillet, heat the remaining olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic, thyme, and crushed red pepper flakes. Cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Step 4
- Stir in chicken broth, sun-dried tomatoes, heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese. Season lightly with salt and bring the sauce to a gentle simmer.
Step 5
- Return the chicken and any juices to the skillet. Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake the Marry Me Chicken Recipe for 10–12 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
Step 6
- Spoon the creamy sauce over the chicken and garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Notes
- Boneless chicken thighs can be used instead of chicken breasts.
- Adjust the red pepper flakes depending on your preferred spice level.
- Fresh basil adds brightness and should be added just before serving.
- Leftover sauce is delicious tossed with pasta the next day.