Description
Juicy boneless, skinless chicken breasts simmered in a creamy sun-dried tomato and Parmesan cheese sauce, delivering rich flavors and a romantic twist that makes this dish irresistible for dinner.
Ingredients
Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Sauce
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Garnish
- Fresh basil leaves
Instructions
- Season the Chicken: Pat the chicken breasts dry and season them evenly on both sides with salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning to infuse flavor.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken breasts and cook for about 5-7 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Sauté Garlic and Sun-Dried Tomatoes: In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and chopped sun-dried tomatoes. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, taking care not to burn the garlic.
- Simmer Sauce Base: Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream. Stir well and allow the mixture to simmer gently for 2 to 3 minutes to combine the flavors and slightly thicken the sauce.
- Add Parmesan Cheese: Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until completely melted and the sauce is smooth and creamy.
- Finish Cooking: Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce. Let everything simmer together for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the chicken to soak up the flavors.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle fresh basil leaves over the dish just before serving for a fresh, aromatic touch. Serve hot over your choice of pasta, mashed potatoes, or rice.
Notes
- Serve over pasta, mashed potatoes, or rice for a complete meal.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese for the best texture and flavor.
- Sun-dried tomatoes add a tangy depth; opt for oil-packed for more richness or dry-packed rehydrated in warm water.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed after sauce is complete.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
