Marry Me Chicken

Directions

1. Prepare the chicken: Dredge the chicken cutlets in seasoned flour, shaking off any excess. Place them on a plate without stacking.
2. Brown the chicken: In a heavy-bottomed skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil and melt the butter. Add the chicken cutlets and cook 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown. Transfer to a plate and cover to keep warm.
3. Make the sauce: In the same pan, sauté garlic for 1 minute until fragrant. Add the chicken stock and deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.
4. Add cream and cheese: Stir in heavy cream and parmesan cheese, allowing the sauce to simmer for 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened.
5. Season the sauce: Add chili flakes, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper. Mix in the chopped sundried tomatoes.
6. Finish the dish: Return the chicken cutlets to the skillet. Simmer in the sauce for 3–5 minutes until the chicken is heated through and the sauce has thickened to your liking.
7. Garnish and serve: Sprinkle chopped fresh basil over the chicken and serve immediately over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread.

Recipe Details

Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 20 minutes
Total time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Difficulty: Easy

Variations & Substitutions

• Use chicken thighs instead of breasts for a juicier result.
• Add 1 tablespoon of sundried tomato oil while sautéing garlic for extra flavor.
• Substitute half of the heavy cream with Greek yogurt for a lighter sauce.
• Serve with zucchini noodles, cauliflower rice, or mashed potatoes for a low-carb option.

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