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Marry me chicken recipe with creamy sun-dried tomato sauce and fresh basil in white serving dish.

Marry Me Chicken (Easy & Healthy)

Tender chicken breasts in a creamy sun-dried tomato sauce that's lightened up with Greek yogurt. Restaurant-quality flavor in 30 minutes with simple, wholesome ingredients.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian-Inspired
Calories: 385
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 Tbsp oil from sun-dried tomatoes
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (full-fat)
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tsp Italian seasoning (divided)
  • 1/2 tsp salt (or to taste)
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • Fresh basil for garnish

Equipment

  • Large oven-safe skillet or cast-iron pan
  • Meat mallet
  • Tongs
  • Measuring cups and spoons.
  • Microplane grater

Method
 

  1. Pat chicken dry and pound to even 3/4-inch thickness. Season both sides with salt, pepper, and 1 tsp Italian seasoning.
  2. Heat oil in skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken 5-6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through (165°F internal temp). Remove to plate.
  3. Reduce heat to medium. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Pour in chicken broth, scraping up brown bits. Add sun-dried tomatoes and remaining 1 tsp Italian seasoning. Simmer 2 minutes.
  5. Reduce heat to low. Stir in heavy cream, Greek yogurt, and Parmesan until smooth and creamy.
  6. Return chicken to pan, spoon sauce over top, and simmer 3-4 minutes. Garnish with fresh basil and serve.