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Creamy Sun Dried Tomato Chicken Skillet

Creamy Sun Dried Tomato Chicken Skillet
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Creamy Sun Dried Tomato Chicken Skillet is a quick and easy dinner recipe featuring tender chicken breasts cooked in a luscious, creamy sauce with sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, and Parmesan cheese. Ready in under 30 minutes, this one-pan meal is flavorful, comforting, and perfect for busy weeknights or family dinners.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Main Ingredients

  • 2 boneless chicken breasts, thinly sliced
  • 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced

Sauce Ingredients

  • 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Other Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh basil or parsley, chopped
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels, and season both sides generously with salt and pepper. This will help create a flavorful base and ensure the chicken browns nicely.
  2. Sear the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for about 5 minutes per side until golden brown and almost cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside to avoid overcooking.
  3. Sauté Garlic and Sun-Dried Tomatoes: Reduce the heat to medium. In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and chopped sun-dried tomatoes. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
  4. Create the Creamy Sauce: Pour in the chicken broth to deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Add the heavy cream and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until the sauce thickens and becomes velvety smooth.
  5. Combine and Finish Cooking: Return the chicken to the skillet, spoon some sauce over each piece, and let it simmer for another 5 minutes to finish cooking the chicken and meld the flavors.
  6. Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle freshly chopped basil or parsley over the top for a burst of color and fresh herbaceous flavor before serving.

Notes

  • Pound chicken breasts to an even thickness for consistent cooking time.
  • Do not overcrowd the pan; cook chicken in batches if necessary to ensure a perfect sear.
  • Use oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes for a more tender texture and enhanced flavor.
  • Simmer the sauce gently on low heat to prevent the cream from curdling.
  • Add fresh herbs at the end to maintain bright, fresh flavors.

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