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MARRY ME CHICKEN

SERVES 4 40 MIN

3 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, divided

4 (8-oz.) boneless, skinless chicken breasts

Kosher salt

Freshly ground black pepper

2 garlic cloves, minced

1 Tbsp. fresh thyme

1 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes

3/4 cup low-sodium chicken broth

1/2 cup heavy cream

1/2 cup sliced sun-dried tomatoes

1/4 cup finely grated Parmesan

Torn fresh basil leaves, for serving

1. Arrange a rack in center of oven; preheat to 375°. In a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat, heat 1 Tbsp. oil. Generously season chicken with salt and black pepper and cook, turning halfway through, until golden brown, about 5 minutes per side. Transfer chicken to a plate.

2. In same skillet over medium heat, heat remaining 2 Tbsp. oil. Stir in garlic, thyme, and red pepper flakes. Cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in broth, cream, tomatoes, and Parmesan; season with salt. Bring to a simmer, then return chicken and any accumulated juices to skillet.

3. Transfer skillet to oven. Bake chicken until cooked through and an instant-read thermometer inserted into thickest part registers 165°, 10 to 12 minutes.

4. Divide chicken among plates. Spoon sauce over and top with basil.

— LINDSAY FUNSTON

SHRIMP SCAMPI

SERVES 4 TO 6

30 MIN

1½ lb. large shrimp, peeled, deveined

9 garlic cloves, 4 grated, 5 minced, divided

Kosher salt

Freshly ground black pepper

7 Tbsp. unsalted butter, divided

1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs

3 tsp. finely grated lemon zest, divided

1 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil

1/2 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes

1/2 cup dry white wine

Juice of 1 lemon