5-Ingredient Marry Me Chicken

Marry Me Chicken earned its playful name from the idea that one bite could inspire a proposal. This one-pan Italian-inspired dinner sears chicken in a lush cream sauce studded with sun-dried tomatoes and Parmesan.

Serves 4 · 10 min prep · 20 min cook

Estimate for one serving

• 410 cal
• 40g protein
• 7g carbs
• 25g fat
• 3g fiber

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Ingredients

• 1.5 lb (4 pieces) boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil, drained and chopped
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1.5 tsp Italian seasoning
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp olive oil or oil from sun-dried tomatoes
• for garnish fresh basil leaves

Instructions

1. 1Pat the chicken breasts dry and season both sides generously with salt, black pepper, and half the Italian seasoning. If the breasts are very thick, pound them lightly to even ¾-inch thickness so they cook uniformly.
2. 2Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil or a splash of the sun-dried tomato oil. When shimmering, add the chicken and sear 4 to 5 minutes per side until a deep golden crust forms and the internal temperature reaches about 160°F. Transfer chicken to a plate; it will finish cooking in the sauce.
3. 3Reduce heat to medium. In the same skillet add the minced garlic and cook 30 to 45 seconds, stirring constantly, until fragrant but not browned.
4. 4Pour in the heavy cream and scrape up any flavorful browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Stir in the chopped sun-dried tomatoes, remaining Italian seasoning, and the grated Parmesan.
5. 5Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer and cook 2 to 3 minutes, stirring often, until it thickens slightly and the cheese melts into a silky pink-hued cream.
6. 6Return the seared chicken and any accumulated juices to the skillet, nestling the pieces into the sauce. Spoon sauce over the tops.
7. 7Cover partially and simmer on low 4 to 6 minutes more until the chicken reaches a full 165°F and the sauce clings luxuriously to each piece.
8. 8Taste the sauce and adjust salt if needed. Remove from heat and scatter fresh basil leaves over the top.
9. 9Serve immediately straight from the skillet with crusty bread, pasta, or zucchini noodles to catch every drop of the creamy sun-dried tomato sauce.
10. 10This five-ingredient viral skillet dinner comes together fast and tastes like you spent hours—perfect for busy weeknights when comfort is non-negotiable.