Marry Me Chicken

Name: Marry Me Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: estadounidense
Ingredients: 1.5 lb chicken breasts; 1 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper; 1 tsp garlic powder; 2 tbsp all-purpose flour; 2 tbsp olive oil; 2 tbsp butter; 4 cloves garlic; 3 oz sun-dried tomatoes in oil; 1 cup chicken broth; 1 cup heavy cream; 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes; 1/2 tsp dried oregano; 1/2 tsp dried thyme; 2 tbsp fresh basil

Golden seared chicken breasts finished in a creamy Parmesan, garlic, and sun-dried tomato sauce, a beloved American classic known for its rich and comforting flavor.

15 minPrep

25 minCook

40 minTotal

4Servings

KetoLow CarbHigh Protein

Ingredients

Adjust servings

4 piezas (aprox. 680 g) 680 g chicken breasts (skinless ni hueso, of grosor similar)
6 g 6 g salt (or to taste)
2 g 2 g black pepper (freshly ground)
3 g 3 g garlic powder
16 g 16 g all-purpose flour (for espolvorear lightly)
30 ml 30 ml olive oil
28 g 28 g butter
12 g 12 g garlic (chopped fino)
85 g 85 g sun-dried tomatoes in oil (escurridos and in strips)
240 ml 240 ml chicken broth
240 ml 240 ml heavy cream
50 g 50 g grated Parmesan cheese (finely grated)
1 g 1 g red pepper flakes (optional pero tradicional)
1 g 1 g dried oregano
1 g 1 g dried thyme
8 g 8 g fresh basil (chopped or in strips, for terminar)

Nutrition facts

per serving

590 kcal

Calories

43 g

Protein

9 g

Carbs

42 g

Fat

1 g

Fiber

8 g

Net carbs

Approximate nutritional information. Estimated from the recipe’s ingredients and amounts, using standard reference nutrition values. It may vary with brands, sizes and cooking method. For guidance only; not a substitute for medical or dietary advice.

Allergens

GlutenDairy

Instructions

1
Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Lightly and evenly dust the chicken with the all-purpose flour.
2
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter. Once hot, sear the chicken breasts for 4-5 minutes per side until golden. Transfer to a plate; they do not need to be fully cooked yet.
3
Reduce the heat to medium. Add the remaining tablespoon of butter and the minced garlic. Cook for 30 seconds, stirring, until fragrant but not overly browned.
4
Stir in the sun-dried tomatoes, red pepper flakes, dried oregano, and dried thyme. Cook for 1 minute so the tomatoes soften slightly and the herbs bloom in the fat.
5
Pour in the chicken broth and scrape the bottom of the skillet to release the browned bits. Let it simmer gently for 2-3 minutes to reduce slightly.
6
Add the heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese. Stir over medium-low heat until the sauce is smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
7
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet along with any accumulated juices. Cook over low heat for 8-10 minutes, basting with the sauce, until the center reaches 165 °F / 74 °C.
8
If you prefer to finish it in the oven, transfer the oven-safe skillet to 375 °F / 190 °C for 8-10 minutes, or until the chicken reaches 165 °F / 74 °C.
9
Taste and adjust with more salt and pepper if needed. Turn off the heat, add the fresh basil, and let it rest for 2 minutes before serving.
10
Serve the Marry Me Chicken hot, spooning plenty of the sun-dried tomato Parmesan sauce over the top.

Chef tips

For a silky sauce, lower the heat before adding the cream and Parmesan. If the chicken breasts are very thick, butterfly or gently pound them so they cook evenly.

Substitutions

You can use boneless chicken thighs, adjusting the cooking time as needed. Fresh basil can be swapped for parsley, though basil gives the most classic finish. It is best not to replace the cream or Parmesan if you want the traditional version.

What I used to make it

Generic kitchen tools that work for this recipe. You don’t need to buy anything to make it.

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Cosori Pro LE 5 Qt Air Fryer
Browning and baking with little oil
- Browns food with very little oil
- Handy for vegetables, chicken and reheating
- Check the basket capacity
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TempPro TP19H Digital Thermometer
Checking doneness of meat and chicken
- Checks doneness of meat and chicken
- Quick reading
- Clean the probe after each use
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T-fal Ultimate Hard Anodized 12" Non-Stick Pan
Eggs, omelets and stir-fries
- Eggs and omelets that don’t stick
- Comfortable, sturdy handle
- Use wooden or silicone utensils
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