Marry Me Chicken. Famous skillet chicken in a sundried tomato parmesan cream sauce with fresh basil. It will definitely inspire marriage proposals!
Prep Time5 minutesmins
Cook Time30 minutesmins
Total Time35 minutesmins
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: marry me chicken
Servings: 4
Equipment
12 inch cast iron skillet
spatula set
Ingredients
1TablespoonOlive Oil
3-4LargeChicken Breasts
Salt
Pepper
2clovesGarlic(minced)
1teaspoonThyme
1teaspoonRed Pepper Flakes(may add only 1/2 teaspoon for less spice)
3/4cupChicken Broth
1/2cupHeavy Cream
1/2cupSundried Tomatoes(chopped)
1/4 - 1/2cupFreshly Grated Parmesan Cheese
Fresh Basil
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375 degrees. In a large oven-safe skillet heat oil over medium-high heat. Season chicken generously with salt and pepper and sear until golden, about 4-5 minutes per side. Transfer chicken to a plate.
Return skillet to medium heat. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute. Stir in thyme, red pepper flakes, chicken broth, and heavy cream. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring often. Stir in sundried tomatoes and parmesan cheese.
Return chicken to skillet and spoon sauce all over the chicken breasts. Bake until chicken is cooked through -- about 15-18 minutes. Garnish with basil and grated parmesan cheese, if so desired.