Description
Marry Me Chicken is an irresistible dish that combines succulent, seared chicken breasts with a creamy, flavorful sauce. This delightful recipe will elevate any dinner occasion, leaving your loved ones enchanted with every bite. Perfect for weeknight meals or special gatherings, Marry Me Chicken is easy to prepare and pairs beautifully with pasta, rice, or fresh vegetables.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tsp dried basil (or 1/4 cup fresh basil)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then sear in the skillet until golden brown (about 5 minutes per side).
- Add minced garlic and dried basil, stirring until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
- Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream; scrape up any browned bits from the pan. Let simmer for 3-5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Transfer the mixture to the baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
- Let rest for a few minutes before serving; garnish with fresh basil if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (200g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 155mg