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Creamy Basil Chicken

By: Julia Pacheco
Tender chicken in a creamy basil sauce—simple ingredients, big flavor, and ready in under 30 minutes.
Prep: 15 minutes
Cook: 35 minutes
Total: 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
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Ingredients 

  • 1 lb chicken breast
  • ½ white onion , diced
  • ⅓ cup sun dried tomatoes
  • 1 ¼ cup chicken broth , divided
  • ½ cup parmigiana cheese
  • ¼ cup fresh basil leaves
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp pepper
  • 2 tbs olive oil
  • 2 tbs butter
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • ½ cup heavy cream

Instructions 

  • Place chicken in a plastic bag or covered in saran wrap, using a tenderizer or a rolling pin, pound the chicken till it’s flattened to about 1 inch. Add salt, pepper, and basil to season the chicken on both sides.
  • Add oil to a frying pan over med-hi heat. Let the oil get hot and add the chicken in searing about 5 minutes per side. Set aside and keep warm.
  • Lower heat to medium, add in the butter and the onion 3 – 4 minutes until soft. Add in the garlic and tomatoes and continue to saute for an additional minute.
  • Using 1/4 cup chicken broth, deglaze the frying pan by scraping, and then add in the remaining broth. Simmer uncovered 5 minutes to reduce the liquid by about half. Now add in heavy cream and stir for 30 seconds. Slowly add in cheese whisking to achieve a smooth consistency. Add in basil.
  • Place the chicken into the pan and cook an additional 6 – 8 minutes until chicken is completely heated through to 165℉.
  • Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 430kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 32g | Fat: 30g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 131mg | Sodium: 1250mg | Potassium: 829mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 908IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 201mg | Iron: 2mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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About Julia Pacheco

Hello, I’m Julia Pacheco, and I’m so glad you’re here! I’m a published cookbook author with a passion for creating delicious, budget-friendly meals. My blog focuses on recipes that are accessible and enjoyable, because I truly believe in the power of food to heal, inspire, and bring people together. From early lessons in the kitchen with my mom to navigating life on WIC and food stamps, I’ve learned the value of making every meal count. Cooking has been my creative outlet, a way to connect with others, and it even helped me land my dream job.

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3 Comments

  1. Barry M. says:

    Made this recipe for family and it was a hit! I added some lemon juice and mushrooms. Served with buttered noodles and broccoli. I will definitely make again. Thanks Julia!

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  2. Leslie M. says:

    This was delicious! My family loved it, and I will make it again.

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  3. Ali S. says:

    I made this tonight and my family couldn’t get enough! I paired it with egg noodles and sautéed asparagus.

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