Marry Me Chicken with Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Sauce
Fall in love with dinner with Marry Me Chicken with Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Sauce! Tender, juicy chicken breasts are smothered in a rich, creamy sauce with sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, and Italian herbs for a flavor-packed meal that’s perfect for weeknights or date nights at home.
Ingredients
- For the Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1½ lbs / 680 g)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon paprika (optional, for color)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- For the Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Sauce
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (oil-packed, drained)
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs (or oregano + basil)
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
- Fresh basil, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prep the chicken : Pat chicken breasts dry and season both sides with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Sear the chicken : Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and sear for 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F / 74°C).Remove chicken to a plate and keep warm.
- Make the sauce : In the same skillet, add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.Stir in sun-dried tomatoes and Italian herbs, cooking for 1 minute. Pour in chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Lower heat to medium, stir in heavy cream, and bring to a gentle simmer.Add Parmesan cheese and red pepper flakes, stirring until smooth and creamy.
- Combine and finish : Return chicken to skillet, spoon sauce over the top, and simmer for 2–3 minutes to blend flavors.Garnish with fresh basil.