Marry Me Chicken
A delightful recipe combining tender chicken breasts with a rich, creamy sauce, sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh spinach, perfect for a quick yet impressive weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- Salt, pepper, and Italian herbs (to taste)
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.
- Add the chicken breasts and sauté for about 5-7 minutes on each side until they are golden brown. Remove the chicken and set aside.
- Sauté the minced garlic and chopped sun-dried tomatoes in the same pot for about 2 minutes, stirring frequently until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth, stirring to combine, and bring to a simmer.
- Add the chicken back into the pot and allow it to simmer for about 5-10 minutes, ensuring it cooks through.
- Stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until melted and well-blended.
- Fold in the fresh spinach and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until the spinach is wilted.
- Season with salt, pepper, and Italian herbs according to your preference. Serve hot for the best flavor.
Notes
For lighter options, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or coconut milk. This dish can be frozen for up to a month; however, the cream may change texture when thawed.