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Low Carb Marry Me Chicken - Creamy, Flavor-Packed, Weeknight-Friendly

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • Chicken: 1.5–2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs (or breasts, pounded to even thickness)
  • Salt and pepper: For seasoning
  • Olive oil: For searing the chicken
  • Butter: Adds richness to the sauce
  • Garlic: 3–4 cloves, minced
  • Crushed red pepper flakes: Optional, for gentle heat
  • Sun-dried tomatoes: 1/3 cup, drained and sliced (oil-packed preferred)
  • Chicken broth: 1/2 cup, low sodium
  • Heavy cream: 3/4 cup
  • Parmesan cheese: 1/2 cup, freshly grated
  • Italian seasoning: 1 teaspoon (or a mix of dried basil, oregano, and thyme)
  • Fresh basil: A small handful, chopped, for finishing
  • Optional add-ins: Baby spinach, capers, or a splash of dry white wine

Method
 

  1. Prep the chicken: Pat the chicken dry and season both sides with salt and pepper. If using breasts, pound to an even 1/2–3/4 inch thickness so they cook evenly.
  2. Sear for flavor: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken 4–5 minutes per side until golden. Remove to a plate; it will finish in the sauce.
  3. Build the base: Lower heat to medium. Add butter, then garlic and red pepper flakes. Sauté 30–45 seconds until fragrant, not browned.
  4. Add tomatoes and deglaze: Stir in sun-dried tomatoes. Pour in chicken broth (and white wine if using). Scrape the browned bits from the pan—this is your flavor bomb.
  5. Creamy finish: Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan, and Italian seasoning. Simmer 2–3 minutes, stirring, until the sauce slightly thickens and the cheese melts.
  6. Nestle chicken back in: Return chicken and any juices to the skillet. Spoon sauce over the pieces. Simmer gently 5–7 minutes until the chicken is cooked through (165°F internal).
  7. Adjust and brighten: Taste and add salt, pepper, or a pinch more red pepper flakes. Stir in fresh basil. If using spinach, fold it in now until just wilted.
  8. Serve: Plate with sauce over zucchini noodles, spaghetti squash, cauliflower mash, roasted green beans, or a simple arugula salad.