Chicken with a Red Pepper Cream Sauce

Transform your weeknight dinner into a gourmet experience with Chicken with a Red Pepper Cream Sauce. This rich and flavorful dish features tender, golden-browned chicken breasts smothered in a silky sauce made with roasted red peppers, heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese, all brought to life with the aroma of garlic and a touch of smoky paprika. The velvety sauce, blended to perfection, wraps each bite in a burst of creamy and slightly sweet flavors, balanced with fresh basil for a vibrant finish. Ready in just 45 minutes, this recipe is perfect for busy evenings yet elegant enough for entertaining. Serve it over pasta, rice, or alongside roasted vegetables for a restaurant-quality meal at home that the whole family will love. Keywords: Chicken with red pepper cream sauce, creamy chicken recipe, easy dinner ideas, chicken skillet recipes, roasted red pepper sauce.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 4 medium cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 cups Roasted red peppers, jarred (drained)
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 0.5 cup Chicken broth
• 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
• 0.25 cup Fresh basil leaves, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.

Step 2

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 5-6 minutes per side, or until golden brown and fully cooked (165°F internal temperature). Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate.

Step 3

In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium-low and add the butter. Once melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds, until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the roasted red peppers to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 5

Transfer the garlic and roasted red peppers to a blender or food processor. Add the heavy cream, chicken broth, and Parmesan cheese. Blend until smooth and creamy.

Step 6

Pour the red pepper cream sauce back into the skillet and cook over low heat for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, to warm through and thicken slightly.

Step 7

Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning the sauce over the chicken to coat. Allow to simmer for 2-3 minutes to meld the flavors together.

Step 8

Garnish with fresh chopped basil leaves and serve immediately. This dish pairs wonderfully with rice, pasta, or a side of roasted vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1713.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2753.2

Total Fat 169.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 80.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g
Cholesterol 937.4mg	0%
Sodium 5249.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 40.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.8g	0%
Total Sugars 19.6g
Protein 241.7g	0%

Vitamin D 11.4IU	0%
Calcium 685.8mg	0%
Iron 13.0mg	0%
Potassium 3124.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 57.5%

Protein: 36.4%

Carbs: 6.1%