{"id":"e892efbe-ee10-43fe-9e35-15bd387541a1","url":"https://recipestripper.com/recipes/e892efbe-ee10-43fe-9e35-15bd387541a1","source_url":"https://www.halfbakedharvest.com/marry-me-chicken/","title":"Marry Me Chicken in Pumpkin Cream Sauce","description":"Using pumpkin cream sauce is a delicious way to highlight fall flavors in a completely different way!","servings":6,"servings_text":"6","prep_time":"PT10M","cook_time":"PT20M","total_time":"PT30M","image_url":"https://www.halfbakedharvest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Marry-Me-Chicken-in-Pumpkin-Cream-Sauce-1-scaled.jpg","ingredients":[{"text":"1/2 cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, oil drained","item":"oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, oil drained","quantity":0.5,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"6 boneless chicken breasts, or thighs","item":"boneless chicken breasts, or thighs","quantity":6},{"text":"salt and black pepper","item":"salt and black pepper"},{"text":"2 tablespoons Italian seasoning","item":"Italian seasoning","quantity":2,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"chili flakes","item":"chili flakes"},{"text":"2 tablespoons salted butter","item":"salted butter","quantity":2,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"2 cloves garlic, chopped","item":"garlic","quantity":2,"unit":"clove","preparation":"chopped"},{"text":"2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves","item":"fresh thyme leaves","quantity":2,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"1 tablespoon chopped fresh sage","item":"chopped fresh sage","quantity":1,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"1 tablespoon tomato paste","item":"tomato paste","quantity":1,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"3/4 cup pumpkin purèe","item":"pumpkin purèe","quantity":0.75,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"3/4 cup dry white wine or broth","item":"dry white wine or broth","quantity":0.75,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"1 cup heavy cream","item":"heavy cream","quantity":1,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"1/4 teaspoon grated nutmeg","item":"grated nutmeg","quantity":0.25,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"1/2 cup grated parmesan","item":"grated parmesan","quantity":0.5,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"1/2 cup shredded gouda cheese","item":"shredded gouda cheese","quantity":0.5,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"fresh basil, for serving","item":"fresh basil, for serving"}],"instructions":[{"number":1,"text":"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"},{"number":2,"text":"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"},{"number":3,"text":"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"},{"number":4,"text":"Serve the chicken topped with fresh basil and crusty bread for dipping. YUM"}],"date_published":"2026-10-29T23:47:59.529532+00:00","date_modified":"2026-10-29T23:47:59.529532+00:00"}