Chicken in Basil Cream Sauce: Easy Indulgence for Home Chefs
Enjoy a delicious Chicken in Basil Cream Sauce that is both easy to prepare and indulgent for any home chef.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper and add to skillet.
- Cook until golden brown and fully cooked, about 6-7 minutes on each side.
- Remove chicken from skillet and keep warm.
- In the same skillet, add garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
- Add heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in chopped basil and Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Return chicken to the skillet and coat with sauce. Serve immediately.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate chicken in herbs before cooking.
- Can substitute heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
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