Marry Me Chicken
Marry Me Chicken
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts (or cutlets, about 3 small chicken breasts)
- ¾ teaspoon salt (divided)
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 ½ tablespoons tomato paste
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 cup chicken broth
- ⅔ cup heavy whipping cream
- ⅔ cup oil packed sun dried tomatoes (drained and chopped)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- fresh basil leaves (for garnish, thinly sliced)
Instructions
- 1
If using chicken breasts, cut the chicken in half horizontally to form thinner cutlets and season with ½ teaspoon salt and pepper. Dredge the chicken lightly in the flour.
- 2
In a large 12-inch skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of oil over medium-high heat.
- 3
Add the chicken and cook for 4 minutes, flip and cook for an additional 3 to 4 minutes or until cooked through. Transfer the chicken to a plate to keep warm.
- 4
Reduce the temperature to medium and add the remaining oil. Stir in the garlic, oregano, and red pepper flakes. Cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
1 min - 5
Add the broth, heavy cream, tomato paste, and remaining ¼ teaspoon salt and bring to a simmer. Let simmer uncovered until slightly thickened, about 5 to 8 minutes.
8 min - 6
Add the chicken to the pan along with any juices and sundried tomatoes. Simmer for an additional 3 to 5 minutes or until the chicken is heated through.
5 min - 7
Remove from the heat and stir in the Parmesan cheese. Taste and season with additional salt and pepper.
- 8
Garnish with fresh basil.
Nutrition
Per serving (based on 4 servings)
