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Delicious Marry Me Chicken dish served with creamy sauce and herbs

Marry Me Chicken

A delicious one-pan dish featuring tender chicken in a creamy sauce with sun-dried tomatoes and spinach, perfect for date nights or family gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts You can also use chicken thighs for more flavor.
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced Toasting the garlic enhances flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs You can substitute with thyme or rosemary.
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream Can be substituted with half-and-half or a dairy-free alternative.
  • 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 cup fresh spinach
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese Add more for extra creaminess.
  • Fresh basil for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook until browned on both sides, about 6-7 minutes per side.
  3. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Making the Sauce
  1. In the same skillet, add garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds.
  2. Stir in the Italian herbs, chicken broth, and heavy cream, and bring to a simmer.
  3. Add the sun-dried tomatoes and spinach, then return the chicken to the skillet.
  4. Cook until the chicken is cooked through, about 5 more minutes.
  5. Stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and well combined.
Serving
  1. Garnish with fresh basil before serving and enjoy!

Notes

Store leftovers in the fridge for about 3-4 days. This dish reheats beautifully. It can also be frozen for up to 2 months.