Ingredients:
Chicken:
• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approx. 6-8 oz each)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste
Sauce:
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/3 cup chicken broth
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for a slight kick)
• 1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes (not packed in oil), julienned
• Fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional)
Green Beans:
• 2 cups fresh green beans, trimmed
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
1. Prepare Chicken:
• Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
• Pat the chicken breasts dry and season both sides with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
• Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Sear the chicken breasts for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.
2. Make the Sauce:
• In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and melt the butter.
• Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
• Stir in the heavy cream, chicken broth, Parmesan cheese, red pepper flakes, Italian seasoning, and sun-dried tomatoes. Let the sauce simmer for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.
3. Combine & Bake:
• Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, spoon some sauce over the chicken, and transfer the skillet to the oven.
• Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
4. Cook Green Beans:
• While the chicken bakes, heat olive oil in a separate pan over medium heat.
• Add the green beans and sauté for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
• Add minced garlic, salt, and pepper, and cook for another 2-3 minutes until the beans are tender but still crisp.
5. Assemble:
• Divide the sautéed green beans between two plates as the base.
• Place a chicken breast on top of each serving of green beans and spoon the sauce over the chicken.
• Garnish with fresh basil leaves, if desired.
Nutritional Info (Per Serving):
• Calories: ~450
• Net Carbs: ~8g
• Protein: ~40g
• Fat: ~30g
Enjoy your creamy, flavorful, and low-carb “Marry Me Chicken” meal!