Keto Marry Me Chicken Recipe
Keto Marry Me Chicken combines tender chicken cutlets with a rich, creamy sauce made from garlic, Parmesan, sun-dried tomatoes, and Italian spices. Perfectly seared and simmered to perfection, this irresistible dish is low-carb, full of flavor, and sure to impress!
Equipment
- Cutting board
- Sharp knife
- Serving plate
- Wooden spoon or whisk
- Large skillet
Ingredients
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- ¼ cup fresh basil leaves roughly chopped
- 1 oz sun-dried tomatoes finely sliced
- 1½ tsp tomato extract
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 4 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning or oregano
- 4 garlic cloves minced
- 1½ lbs skinless and boneless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Slice chicken breasts into thin cutlets and rub with salt and cayenne pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over high heat.
- Sear chicken for 5 minutes on each side until golden brown and set aside.
- Lower the heat to medium-low, add olive oil, and sauté garlic for 30 seconds.
- Add red pepper flakes and Italian seasoning, stirring until aromatic.
- Deglaze the skillet with chicken broth, scraping caramelized bits into the sauce.
- Stir in heavy cream, tomato paste, and sun-dried tomatoes.
- Simmer for 1-2 minutes, then add Parmesan and basil.
- Return chicken to the skillet, coat in sauce, and simmer until warmed.
Notes
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for a richer flavor.