Description
Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Garlic Chicken features tender chicken breasts cooked in a rich, garlic-infused creamy sauce bursting with the bold, tangy flavor of sun-dried tomatoes. This easy-to-make dish delivers a perfect blend of savory and comforting flavors, perfect for quick weeknight dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
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Chicken
- 4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Sauce
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes (preferably oil-packed)
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil or parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sear the chicken breasts for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken from the pan and set aside to keep warm.
- Sauté Garlic and Sun-Dried Tomatoes: In the same skillet, add a little more olive oil if needed. Add minced garlic and chopped sun-dried tomatoes. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant and slightly softened.
- Create the Creamy Sauce: Pour in chicken broth, scraping the bottom of the pan to loosen browned bits. Add heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese. Stir gently until the sauce thickens to a velvety consistency. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
- Combine Chicken and Sauce: Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning the creamy sun-dried tomato garlic sauce over them. Let simmer gently for 3-5 minutes so the chicken absorbs the flavors and the sauce thickens perfectly.
- Add Fresh Herbs and Serve: Stir in freshly chopped basil or parsley for color and freshness. Serve immediately and enjoy.
Notes
- Use quality oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes for deeper flavor and tenderness.
- Cook chicken just until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) to keep it juicy.
- Freshly grate Parmesan cheese for best melting and rich flavor.
- Simmer sauce over low heat to avoid curdling and maintain a smooth texture.
- Add fresh herbs at the end to preserve their vibrant color and aroma.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 160mg
Keywords: sun-dried tomato chicken, creamy garlic chicken, easy chicken dinner, gluten free chicken recipe, weeknight chicken dinner