Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken
A rich, comforting dish with tender golden-seared chicken smothered in a creamy garlic sauce infused with tangy sun-dried tomatoes. This restaurant-worthy recipe comes together in one skillet and is perfect for an easy yet impressive weeknight dinner.
Equipment
- Large skillet
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 2 large chicken breasts or 4 chicken thighs
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes (drained and chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley or basil (chopped, plus more for garnish)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Pat the chicken dry and season generously with salt and black pepper.
- Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and almost cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Add sun-dried tomatoes and stir to release their oils.
- Pour in chicken broth to deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits. Stir in heavy cream and simmer for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Add Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and smooth. Stir in fresh parsley or basil.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, coat with the sauce, and simmer for 5 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked and the sauce thickens.
- Serve immediately over pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes. Garnish with extra herbs.
Notes
For a spicy twist, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce. To store, refrigerate for up to 3 days and reheat gently with a splash of cream or broth.
Nutrition
Calories: 410kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 32gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 13gCholesterol: 140mgSodium: 480mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 950IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 180mgIron: 2mg
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