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Marry Me Chicken in Pumpkin Cream Sauce

Marry Me Chicken in Pumpkin Cream Sauce

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A cozy autumn twist on the classic favorite, this dish pairs tender pan-seared chicken with a rich pumpkin and sun-dried tomato cream sauce. Finished with melted gouda, parmesan, and fresh herbs, ...
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 397

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, oil drained
  • 6 boneless chicken breasts, or thighs
  • salt and black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons Italian seasoning
  • chili flakes
  • 2 tablespoons salted butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh sage
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 3/4 cup pumpkin purèe
  • 3/4 cup dry white wine or broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 teaspoon grated nutmeg
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan
  • 1/2 cup shredded gouda cheese
  • fresh basil, for serving

Method
 

  1. 1. Drain 3 tablespoons of oil from the sun-dried tomato jar into a large skillet with sides. Chop the sun-dried tomatoes and set aside.2. Add the chicken to the skillet and toss with the sun-dried tomato oil, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Set the skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken on both sides until golden, 3-5 minutes per side. Add the butter, garlic, thyme, sage, and season with chili flakes. Cook until lightly golden, 2 minutes.3. Mix in the pumpkin, tomato paste, and wine or broth. Bring to a boil, cook for 3-5 minutes, then add the cream, nutmeg, and sun-dried tomatoes. Simmer for 10 minutes until the sauce thickens. Sprinkle over both cheeses. 4. Serve the chicken topped with fresh basil and crusty bread for dipping. YUM.

Nutrition

Calories: 397kcal

Notes

Searing the chicken directly in the reserved oil from the sun-dried tomato jar infuses the meat with concentrated savory flavor from the start, while a pinch of grated nutmeg combined with fresh sage cuts through the richness of the heavy cream and melted gouda to create a beautifully balanced sauce.

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