Marry Me Chicken

Marry Me Chicken is a rich, creamy, and flavorful dish of tender, pan-seared chicken breasts simmered in a luscious sauce made with garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, Parmesan cheese, heavy cream, and herbs. The combination of savoury, slightly tangy, and creamy flavours makes it a perfect comfort food dish.

This recipe is easy to make in under 30 minutes, making it great for a romantic dinner or a cosy weeknight meal. It pairs beautifully with pasta, mashed potatoes, or crusty bread to soak up the irresistible sauce.

Prep time 10 mins
Cooking time  30 mins
Serves 2

Ingredients:

2 large chicken breasts
4 tbsp plain flour
3 tbsp sundried tomato oil
1 red onion, sliced
2 garlic cloves, minced
100g sundried tomatoes, chopped
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon sweet paprika
100ml double cream
150ml chicken stock
1 tbsp grated cheese, cheddar or parmesan
Few basil leaves
Salt, to taste
Pepper, to taste

Method:
1. Place the flour on a large plate and season with salt and pepper. Coat the chicken breasts in the flour.

2. Heat 2 tbsp of sundried tomato oil in a frying pan and brown the chicken for about 4 mins on each side. Set aside.

3. Add 1 tbsp of sundried tomato oil, the onion and the garlic to a medium frying pan. Cook over a medium heat for 3-4 mins. Add the sundried tomatoes, chicken breasts, stock, cream, paprika and oregano.

4. Cook on low heat for about 20 mins, turning the chicken halfway through.

5. Stir in the grated cheese and add some fresh basil, before serving.

6. Enjoy!