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High-protein Marry Me Chicken served in a beautiful dish

High-Protein Marry Me Chicken

High-Protein Marry Me Chicken is a simple and delicious meal that impresses and fills the belly, perfect for busy evenings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • ½ cup heavy cream or a lighter alternative
  • ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • to garnish Fresh basil for gourmet touch

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
Cooking
  1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer to a plate and let it rest.
  2. In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Add cherry tomatoes and stir. Cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly softened.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth and Italian seasoning; bring to a simmer.
  5. Reduce heat, stir in heavy cream, and simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
  6. Return the chicken to the skillet, spoon sauce over, and sprinkle mozzarella. Cover and let simmer for 2-3 minutes until cheese melts.
Serving
  1. Garnish with fresh basil and serve.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently to avoid rubbery chicken. Swap heavy cream for Greek yogurt for a lighter version, or use non-dairy cream.