This enticing version of Chicken Parmesan combines two of your favorite chicken meals into a new classic sure to leave everyone at the table satisfied. You'll marvel at how swiftly a dish this delicious comes together: crispy panko and Parmesan-crusted chicken cutlets, fried to perfection, and then smothered with melted, golden-brown mozzarella. All served atop an irresistible sun-dried tomato cream sauce-inspired by the renowned Marry Me Chicken.

Chicken Parmesan, a staple of Italian-American cuisine, traditionally features breaded, fried chicken cutlets slathered in tomato sauce and a cheesey topping of mozzarella, Parmesan, or provolone-grilled until gooey-and served additionally sauced. This modern spin makes the dish even richer, enveloping seared chicken breasts in a sun-dried tomato cream sauce concocted in the kitchen of Delish Editor Lindsay Fuston in 2016. She discovered its unique spiciness, featuring Calabrian chiles and ricotta, was so scrumptious, a video producer suggested it was marriage-worthy, and the Marry Me Chicken was born.

Utilizing chicken cutlets-thin slices of chicken breast-allows for much faster cooking in this dish. The cutlets become golden and crispy in just a matter of a few minutes. For the most convenient preparation, store-bought cutlets can be used, or opt for a DIY approach with two boneless, skinless chicken breasts.

Can't find oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes? Olive oil will do just fine for the sauce. Also, make sure to opt for vacuum-sealed mozzarella, as the cheese retains less moisture, ensuring your dish won't end up a soggy disaster. And careful with the sauce-too much can lead to an oily texture.

Prepare the sauce up to two days ahead and store it in a tight-sealed container in the fridge for an easy reheat. The chicken can be breaded, placed on a parchment-lined baking sheet, and stored in the fridge up to 12 hours before frying. Just remember, leftovers do not hold well due to the breading losing its crunch once covered in sauce.

The finishing touch to this scrumptious dish? Garnish with fresh basil leaves and serve immediately for a memorable meal in under an hour. It's the perfect complement to any pasta, green salad, and some crusty bread for a truly filling delight.