Description
Marry Me Chicken is an enchanting dish that promises to impress with its creamy, savory flavors. This easy-to-make recipe features tender boneless chicken breasts simmered in a rich sauce infused with garlic, Parmesan cheese, and fragrant Italian herbs.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs (oregano or basil)
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat, warm the olive oil. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then sear on both sides until golden brown (5-7 minutes).
- Lower heat and add minced garlic and dried herbs; stir for about 1 minute.
- Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth; stir well and let simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Sprinkle Parmesan cheese on top and transfer the skillet to the oven. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Serve hot, drizzling extra sauce over each portion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: - For added nutrition, consider mixing in vegetables like spinach or sun-dried tomatoes.- Substitute ingredients as needed; try using dairy-free cream alternatives for a lighter option.