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Marry Me Chicken

A creamy and flavorful dish featuring chicken breasts cooked in a rich sauce of crushed tomatoes, heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese, perfect for romantic dinners or family meals.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 can (15 oz) crushed tomatoes
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Fresh basil for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Season 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts with garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  3. Add the seasoned chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for about 5 to 7 minutes on each side until browned and completely cooked through.
  4. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Sauce Preparation
  1. In the same skillet, pour in the can of crushed tomatoes and bring to a simmer.
  2. Stir in 1 cup of heavy cream and 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese until well combined.
  3. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, cover, and let simmer in the sauce for about 10 minutes.
Serving
  1. Serve the Marry Me Chicken hot, garnished with fresh basil.

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for better flavor and adjust seasonings to taste. You can add vegetables for a nutritional boost or make it spicy with crushed red pepper flakes.