Marry Me Chicken
Tender chicken breasts in a creamy garlic and sun-dried tomato sauce, perfect for impressing guests or a comforting family meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tbsp dried Italian herbs (oregano, basil, thyme)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season both sides of the chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper. Place them in the prepared baking dish.
- Whisk together the heavy cream, chicken broth, minced garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, and dried Italian herbs until well combined.
- Pour this creamy sauce over the seasoned chicken breasts, ensuring they’re nicely coated.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Let the dish rest for five minutes before serving. Drizzle extra sauce over the top and garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
For a lighter version, feel free to swap in dairy-free alternatives like almond or coconut cream. Boneless thighs can be a flavorful substitute for the chicken breasts.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
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