Chicken with Creamy Sun Dried Tomato Sauce
Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with this irresistible Chicken with Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Sauce, a quick and elegant recipe bursting with flavor. Juicy, pan-seared chicken breasts are smothered in a velvety, Parmesan-infused cream sauce enriched with the bold, tangy sweetness of chopped sun-dried tomatoes. Fresh spinach and aromatic garlic add layers of depth, while a touch of basil brings a refreshing finish to every bite. Ready in just 35 minutes, this one-pan recipe is perfect for busy evenings yet sophisticated enough for special occasions. Serve it over pasta, rice, or crusty bread to soak up the luxurious sauce for a complete and unforgettable meal.
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken breasts
- 1.5 teaspoons Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup Sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1 cup Chicken broth
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups Fresh spinach leaves
- 2 tablespoons Fresh basil, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Season the chicken breasts on both sides with 1 teaspoon of salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
Step 2
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken breasts for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden and cooked through. Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Step 3
Reduce heat to medium and add butter to the skillet. Once the butter is melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Step 4
Stir in the chopped sun-dried tomatoes and cook for 2 minutes to release their flavor.
Step 5
Pour in the chicken broth and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes.
Step 6
Lower the heat and stir in the heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese, whisking until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
Step 7
Add the fresh spinach leaves to the skillet, stirring until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
Step 8
Return the seared chicken breasts to the skillet, spoon the sauce over the top, and let it simmer for 5 minutes to fully heat the chicken.
Step 9
Garnish the dish with freshly chopped basil and crushed red pepper flakes, if desired. Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1453.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2901.1 |
| Total Fat 171.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 81.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 914.0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 6391.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 70.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 12.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 40.8g | |
| Protein 251.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 745.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 15.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 4255.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories