Marry Me Chicken Recipe

5 from 8 votes

This marry me chicken is a one pot recipe made with pan seared chicken breast in a creamy garlic Parmesan sauce and finished with fresh basil.

Prep Time10

Cook Time25

Total Time35

Servings: servings

Season the chicken breasts with Italian seasoning, paprika, salt and pepper.
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and sear for 4–5 minutes per side, until golden brown. Transfer chicken to a plate (it doesn’t need to be cooked through yet).
In the same skillet, add garlic for 1 minute, until fragrant. Stir in the chicken stock, scraping up any browned bits from the pan.
Lower heat to medium, then pour in the heavy cream. Stir in the tomatoes, Parmesan cheese, and red pepper flakes if using. Simmer for 3–4 minutes, until slightly thickened.
Return chicken to the skillet, spoon sauce over the top, and simmer uncovered for 10-12 minutes, until chicken is cooked through to an internal temperature of 165°F.
Stir in fresh basil just before serving. Serve chicken with extra sauce over pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes.

My Top Tip: Don’t over-reduce the sauce: The sauce should lightly coat the back of a spoon. It will continue to thicken as it sits.
Storage: Let the Marry Me Chicken cool completely, then transfer it to an airtight container. Keep it in the fridge for up to 3 days. To reheat, warm gently on the stovetop over low heat, stirring often and adding a splash of chicken broth or cream to loosen the sauce. Avoid microwaving on high, as it can make the chicken tough and split the sauce. Freezing is not recommended.

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