Chicken with Sun Dried Tomato Cream Sauce (35 Minutes)

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Looking for a hearty chicken dish that won’t take all evening? Try this chicken breast in a creamy sun dried tomato and spinach sauce. The savory sun dried tomatoes combined with fresh spinach and a touch of basil make this a flavorful, easy-to-make meal that’s great for any day of the week.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/2 cup sun dried tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 cup baby spinach
  • 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Fresh basil, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Season the Chicken (2 minutes): Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
  2. Sear Chicken Breasts (10 minutes): In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chicken breasts and cook for about 5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
  3. Prepare the Sauce (8 minutes): In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute, or until fragrant. Add chopped sun dried tomatoes and sauté for another 2 minutes. Stir in baby spinach and cook until it wilts.
  4. Add Creaminess (5 minutes): Pour in the heavy cream, chicken broth, and Parmesan cheese. Stir everything together and bring the mixture to a light simmer. Let it simmer for a few minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.
  5. Combine Chicken with Sauce (5 minutes): Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the chicken to soak up some of the sauce flavors.
  6. Garnish and Serve (1 minute): Before serving, sprinkle with freshly chopped basil for an aromatic touch.

Notes

If you’d like a slightly lighter version, you can substitute half of the heavy cream with milk, but be mindful to simmer gently to avoid curdling. Pairing this dish with a side of garlic bread or pasta can help soak up any extra sauce and makes for a complete meal. For those looking to maintain the richness but add some extra nutrition, consider serving this dish with a side of steamed green beans or asparagus. The sauce can also be a fantastic accompaniment to pan-seared fish or grilled vegetables. And for wine enthusiasts, a glass of crisp white wine complements this dish beautifully.

*Please keep in mind that the following nutritional information is based on estimates and can vary depending on the specific brands and ingredients used.

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