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Marry Me Chicken – Creamy Tuscan Chicken Everyone Loves

This Marry Me Chicken is juicy pan-seared chicken simmered in a creamy parmesan garlic sauce with sun-dried tomatoes. It’s a one-pan dinner that tastes restaurant-quality but comes together fast—perfect for weeknights or date night.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 610
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken
  • 2 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts pounded to even thickness or sliced in half lengthwise
  • 1 tsp salt plus more to taste
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
Creamy Tuscan Sauce
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup chicken broth low sodium if possible
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 3/4 cup parmesan cheese freshly grated
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes drained and sliced (oil-packed preferred)
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes optional
  • 2 cups baby spinach optional, stir in at the end until wilted
For Serving
  • fresh basil for garnish
  • extra parmesan cheese for garnish

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Tongs
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Pat the chicken dry. Season both sides with salt and black pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken for 4–5 minutes per side, until golden brown. Transfer to a plate (it will finish cooking later).
  3. Reduce heat to medium. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds, just until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth and scrape up any browned bits from the pan. Stir in heavy cream, parmesan, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes (if using).
  5. Add sun-dried tomatoes. Simmer the sauce for 3–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.
  6. Return the chicken to the skillet and spoon sauce over the top. Simmer on low for 8–10 minutes, or until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
  7. If using spinach, stir it in during the last 1–2 minutes until wilted. Taste and adjust seasoning. Garnish with basil and extra parmesan, then serve.

Notes

Serving ideas: This is amazing over pasta, mashed potatoes, or rice—don’t waste that sauce!
Make it lighter: Swap heavy cream for half-and-half (the sauce will be thinner).
Heat level: Add more red pepper flakes if you like it spicy.