Description
Indulge in this restaurant-quality skillet dinner featuring tender chicken breasts bathed in a rich, velvety cream sauce infused with sun-dried tomatoes, savory garlic, and freshly grated Parmesan cheese. This sophisticated yet accessible meal delivers impressive flavors in under 30 minutes, making it the perfect choice for both busy weeknights and special occasions alike.
Ingredients
1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
0.5 cup low sodium chicken broth
0.5 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
0.5 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes
1 tbsp Italian seasoning
2 tbsp fresh basil, chopped
Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Season the chicken breasts thoroughly with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
Place chicken in the skillet and sear for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown, then set aside.
Lower heat to medium and add minced garlic to the skillet, sautéing until fragrant.
Pour in chicken broth to deglaze the pan, scraping up the browned bits.
Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and sun-dried tomatoes.
Simmer for 5 minutes until the sauce begins to thicken slightly.
Return the chicken to the pan and coat with the sauce, simmering an additional 2 minutes.
Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Notes
Ensure you deglaze the pan well to incorporate the fond for maximum flavor. Serve over pasta, mashed potatoes, or roasted vegetables to soak up the luxurious sauce. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Trending
- Method: Stovetop Searing and Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 breast with sauce
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 145mg
