Creamy Tomato Basil Chicken Breast
Comforting and flavorful chicken breast cooked in a creamy tomato basil sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 can diced tomatoes (14 oz)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Splash tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken by seasoning with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Sauté the garlic in olive oil over medium heat until fragrant.
- Cook the chicken for 5-6 minutes on each side until golden and cooked through.
- Create the tomato basil sauce by simmering the diced tomatoes in the same skillet.
- Add the heavy cream and let the sauce simmer gently until thickened.
- Incorporate the fresh basil into the sauce and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Combine the chicken with the sauce and let it simmer for a few more minutes.
- Serve hot over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread.
Notes
Best served fresh but leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
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