Marry Me Chicken Recipe
Introducing a refreshing version of Marry Me Chicken, featuring succulent chicken breasts enveloped in a luscious sun-dried tomato cream sauce, complemented by fresh spinach. This delightful dish is prepared in just one pan and takes only 30 minutes to whip up, delivering a satisfying 30g of protein per serving.
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Ingredients
- 1/4 cup sundried tomatoes in oil
- 2 8-ounce boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small shallot
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon tomato paste
- 4 cups baby spinach
- 1 1/2 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese
- 3/4 cup chicken broth
- 3 tablespoons half-and-half
- 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
- pinch red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup all purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Equipment Needed
- large deep skillet
Instructions
- 1
Start by flattening the halved chicken breasts to achieve a uniform thickness of about 1/2 inch. Season them generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Next, coat each piece of chicken in flour, ensuring to shake off any excess flour.
- 2
In a spacious skillet, warm 1 tablespoon of olive oil (or use oil from the sun-dried tomatoes) over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken and sear for approximately 4-5 minutes on each side, or until the chicken is fully cooked and has developed a golden-brown crust. Once done, transfer the chicken to a plate and set aside.
- 3
In the same skillet, pour in the remaining 1/2 tablespoon of olive oil. Toss in the minced shallot and garlic, sautéing for about 1-2 minutes until they release their aroma and turn translucent.
- 4
Incorporate the tomato paste into the skillet and continue to cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
- 5
Add the chopped sun-dried tomatoes and baby spinach to the mix. Stir and cook until the spinach has wilted down.
- 6
Lower the heat to a gentle simmer, then add the cream cheese, chicken broth, half-and-half, dried oregano, and red pepper flakes. Mix everything together until the cream cheese has melted completely and the sauce is smooth.
- 7
Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, allowing it to simmer in the sauce for a few minutes until it is heated through.
- 8
Finish by sprinkling grated Parmesan cheese on top before serving.
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