The Original Marry Me Chicken
Delish’s original Marry Me Chicken is the perfect chicken recipe for date nights, special occasions, or any weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil divided
- 4 pieces boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tbsp Kosher salt to taste
- 1 tbsp freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 2 cloves garlic 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
- 1 cup torn fresh basil for serving
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F.
- In a large ovenproof skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Season the chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper and sear for about 5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Transfer chicken to a plate.
- In the same skillet, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
- Stir in the garlic, thyme, and crushed red pepper flakes, and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Pour in the chicken broth, sun-dried tomatoes, heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese.
- Bring to a gentle simmer, then return the chicken and any accumulated juices to the skillet.
- Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Remove from the oven and garnish with torn fresh basil before serving.
Notes
Delish’s original Marry Me Chicken is the perfect chicken recipe for date nights, special occasions, or any weeknight dinners.