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Description
A creamy and irresistible chicken dish perfect for a romantic dinner or special occasion.
Ingredients
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- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced in half horizontally or pounded thin
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, oil-packed, drained and sliced
- 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped, plus more for garnish
- 1/2 cup fresh spinach, optional
- Red pepper flakes, to taste, optional
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and oregano.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for 4-6 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sun-dried tomatoes. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth. Bring to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
- Reduce heat to medium-low and stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and sauce thickens slightly. Add red pepper flakes if using.
- Return chicken to the skillet. If using spinach, stir it in now until wilted. Simmer for 2-3 minutes to allow chicken to warm through and absorb the sauce.
- Stir in fresh basil just before serving. Garnish with additional fresh basil.
- Serve immediately with pasta, rice, or crusty bread.
Notes
- This recipe is great for date nights or when you want to impress.
- Feel free to add spinach for extra nutrients.
- Adjust red pepper flakes for your preferred level of heat.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 20 min
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 25g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 150mg