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Delicious Creamy Garlic Marry Me Chicken served on a plate

Creamy Garlic Marry Me Chicken

A quick and creamy one-pan chicken dish that impresses with its rich flavors and minimal cleanup, perfect for any dinner occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts (halved horizontally)
  • 2-3 tablespoons avocado oil for searing chicken
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper adjust to taste
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 3 tablespoons butter for sautéing garlic
  • 4-5 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 ¼ cup chicken broth
  • 1 ¼ cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
  • ¾ cup sun-dried tomatoes (drained and chopped)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Red pepper flakes for garnish, optional
  • Fresh chopped parsley and basil leaves for garnish, optional

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Pat your chicken dry and season it generously with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
  2. Sear the chicken in a hot skillet with avocado oil until golden and cooked through, then remove and set aside.
Sauce Preparation
  1. In the same pan, melt the butter and sauté the minced garlic until fragrant.
  2. Stir in the chicken broth, heavy cream, and parmesan cheese, and let it simmer into a creamy sauce.
  3. Add the sun-dried tomatoes and lemon juice, and adjust seasonings to taste.
Finishing Touches
  1. Add the chicken back into the pan, spoon the sauce over the chicken, and simmer for a few more minutes.
  2. Sprinkle with chopped parsley and basil before serving.

Notes

This dish can be served over pasta or creamy mashed potatoes. Add roasted vegetables for a colorful meal. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days or frozen for up to 2 months.