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One Pan Marry Me Chicken: Easy Weeknight Dinner

One Pan Marry Me Chicken in creamy sun-dried tomato sauce garnished with fresh basil
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Restaurant-quality chicken in a creamy sun-dried tomato Parmesan sauce. Ready in just 25 minutes with one pan for easy cleanup.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs, pounded to ¾ inch even thickness)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • ⅔ cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil, drained and chopped
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Fresh basil leaves for garnish

Instructions

  1. Pat chicken breasts completely dry and season both sides with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Pound to ¾ inch thickness if needed.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add chicken breasts and sear for 5-6 minutes without moving. Flip and cook for another 4-5 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F. Transfer to a plate, tent with foil, and let rest 3-5 minutes.
  3. Reduce heat to medium and add minced garlic to the same pan, sauté for 30-60 seconds until fragrant. Add chopped sun-dried tomatoes and red pepper flakes, stir for 1 minute.
  4. Pour in chicken broth and scrape up browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Add heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and sauce becomes smooth and coats the back of a spoon, about 2-3 minutes.
  5. Return chicken breasts and any accumulated juices to the pan. Spoon sauce over chicken and simmer together for 2-3 minutes.
  6. Remove from heat, garnish with torn fresh basil leaves, and serve immediately while sauce is hot and creamy.

Notes

  • Pound chicken breasts to uniform thickness (about ¾ inch) for even cooking. Pat dry before seasoning to ensure proper browning.
  • Use freshly grated Parmesan instead of pre-shredded for smoother sauce. Pre-shredded cheese contains anti-caking agents that can make sauce grainy.
  • Don’t skip scraping the browned bits from the pan when deglazing. This adds tremendous flavor to the sauce.
  • For dairy-free version, substitute heavy cream with full-fat coconut milk. For lighter option, use half-and-half though sauce will be thinner.
  • If sauce is too thick, add 1-2 tablespoons more broth. If too thin, simmer 1-2 minutes longer to reduce.

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