Description
Succulent marry me chicken nestles atop silky ravioli, creating a romantic Italian-inspired plate that promises culinary seduction. Parmesan-crusted chicken with sun-dried tomatoes delivers irresistible flavors you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 lb chicken breasts
- 1 package cheese ravioli (16 oz)
- 1 cup heavy cream
Flavor Enhancers:
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1/4 cup parmesan cheese
Herbs and Seasonings:
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare chicken by patting dry with paper towels and seasoning generously with salt, black pepper, dried basil, and dried oregano.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, then carefully place seasoned chicken breasts into the pan.
- Sear chicken for 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F, creating a crispy exterior.
- Remove chicken from skillet and set aside, keeping warm on a covered plate.
- In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and add minced garlic, sautéing until fragrant and lightly golden, about 30-45 seconds.
- Pour heavy cream into the skillet, stirring to incorporate garlic and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
- Add chopped sun-dried tomatoes and red pepper flakes, allowing the sauce to simmer and thicken for 3-4 minutes.
- Meanwhile, cook cheese ravioli in a separate pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions, typically 3-4 minutes until they float.
- Drain ravioli and gently fold into the creamy sun-dried tomato sauce, ensuring each piece is evenly coated.
- Return chicken to the skillet, nestling pieces into the ravioli and sauce.
- Sprinkle freshly grated parmesan cheese over the entire dish and let it melt for an additional minute.
- Serve immediately, garnishing with extra herbs or parmesan if desired.
Notes
- Achieve perfectly tender chicken by using a meat thermometer to ensure it reaches 165°F without overcooking.
- Enhance flavor depth by patting chicken completely dry before seasoning, allowing better browning and crispy exterior.
- Customize heat levels by adjusting red pepper flakes – use less for mild palates or more for spice lovers.
- Create dairy-free version by substituting heavy cream with coconut milk or cashew cream for lactose-intolerant guests.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 670
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 42 g
- Saturated Fat: 20 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 37 g
- Cholesterol: 160 mg