The Original Marry Me Chicken
Delish’s original Marry Me Chicken is the perfect chicken recipe for date nights, special occasions, or any weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil divided
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tbsp Kosher salt
- 1 tbsp freshly ground black pepper
- 2 cloves garlic finely chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
- 0.75 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 0.5 cup sun-dried tomatoes finely chopped
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese finely grated
- 1 cup fresh basil torn, for serving
Instructions
- Arrange a rack in the center of the oven; preheat to 375°F. In a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
- Generously season chicken with salt and black pepper and cook, turning halfway through, until golden brown, about 5 minutes per side. Transfer chicken to a plate.
- In the same skillet over medium heat, heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Stir in garlic, thyme, and red pepper flakes. Cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Stir in broth, tomatoes, cream, and Parmesan; season with salt. Bring to a simmer, then return chicken and any accumulated juices to the skillet.
- Transfer skillet to the oven. Bake chicken until cooked through and an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part registers 165°F, 10 to 12 minutes.
- Arrange chicken on a platter. Spoon sauce over. Top with basil.
Notes
Delish’s original Marry Me Chicken is the perfect chicken recipe for date nights, special occasions, or any weeknight dinners.