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The Original Marry Me Chicken Recipe

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The Original Marry Me Chicken is a flavorful and creamy skillet-baked chicken dish featuring a rich sauce made with garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, fresh thyme, crushed red pepper flakes, heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese. This comforting recipe is perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner that impresses with bold flavors and tender chicken breasts baked to juicy perfection.

Ingredients

Chicken

  • 3 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, divided
  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • Kosher salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Sauce

  • 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
  • 1 tbsp. fresh thyme leaves
  • 1 tsp. 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 leaves, for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat and sear chicken: Arrange a rack in the center of your oven and preheat it to 375°F. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Generously season the chicken breasts with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper. Place the chicken in the skillet and cook, flipping halfway through, until both sides are golden brown—approximately 5 minutes per side. Remove the chicken from skillet and set aside on a plate.
  2. Sauté aromatics and prepare sauce: Using the same skillet, heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add finely chopped garlic, fresh thyme leaves, and crushed red pepper flakes, stirring constantly and cooking until fragrant, about 1 minute. Pour in the low-sodium chicken broth, then stir in the finely chopped sun-dried tomatoes, heavy cream, and grated Parmesan cheese. Season the sauce mixture lightly with salt and bring it to a gentle simmer.
  3. Combine chicken and sauce and bake: Return the seared chicken breasts along with any juices accumulated on the plate to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce. Transfer the entire skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the chicken reads 165°F, ensuring the chicken is fully cooked.
  4. Serve: Remove the skillet from the oven and transfer the chicken breasts onto a serving platter. Spoon the luscious sauce generously over the chicken. Garnish with torn fresh basil leaves and serve immediately for best flavor.

Notes

  • Use an ovenproof skillet to easily transfer the chicken and sauce between stovetop and oven.
  • Ensure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F for safe consumption.
  • Sun-dried tomatoes can be oil-packed or dry; if dry, rehydrate them in warm water before chopping.
  • For a spicier dish, increase the crushed red pepper flakes to taste.
  • Serve with crusty bread or over pasta to make a complete meal.

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