I Want to Marry This Chicken

Fall head over heels for "I Want to Marry This Chicken," a show-stopping one-pan recipe that's creamy, flavorful, and irresistibly satisfying. This dish features tender, golden-browned chicken breasts simmered to perfection in a luscious garlic Parmesan cream sauce, enriched with sun-dried tomatoes, fragrant basil, and a hint of oregano. The combination of simple pantry ingredients like chicken broth, heavy cream, and grated Parmesan creates a restaurant-worthy sauce that's both elegant and comforting. Perfect for busy weeknights or a romantic date night, this versatile recipe pairs beautifully with pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s the ultimate meal to woo anyone's taste buds!

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 0.5 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
• 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper.

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and nearly cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

Step 3

Reduce the heat to medium. Add the butter to the skillet and let it melt. Stir in the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Pour in the chicken broth, scraping the bottom of the skillet to deglaze the pan and incorporate any browned bits. Allow it to simmer for 2-3 minutes.

Step 5

Lower the heat and slowly stir in the heavy cream. Add the grated Parmesan cheese, whisking until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth.

Step 6

Mix in the chopped sun-dried tomatoes, fresh basil, dried oregano, and red pepper flakes (if using). Simmer the sauce for 2-3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 7

Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning some sauce over the top. Cover the skillet with a lid and simmer for 8-10 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F/74°C).

Step 8

Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if necessary. Garnish with additional fresh basil, if desired.

Step 9

Serve the chicken with the sauce over pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1406.9 grams (1406.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2764

Total Fat 169.20g	217%
Saturated Fat 80.30g	401%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.40g
Cholesterol 937mg	312%
Sodium 4835mg	210%
Total Carbohydrate 37.20g	14%
Dietary Fiber 7.10g	25%
Total Sugars 20.70g
Protein 245.00g	490%

Vitamin D 11IU	57%
Calcium 696mg	54%
Iron 14mg	78%
Potassium 4031mg	86%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 57.4%

Protein: 37.0%

Carbs: 5.6%