Description
A quick and flavorful Sicilian-style chicken dish featuring sun-dried tomatoes, creamy Parmesan, and fragrant basil.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, divided
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
- 1 Tbsp fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
- 3/4 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/2 cup finely chopped sun-dried tomatoes
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup finely grated Parmesan
- Torn fresh basil, for serving
Instructions
- Heat 2 Tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then cook until browned, about 5–6 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add remaining oil and garlic, sauté until fragrant.
- Stir in thyme and red pepper flakes. Add chicken broth and sun-dried tomatoes, simmer for 3–4 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan, return chicken to skillet, simmer until sauce thickens.
- Serve garnished with fresh basil.
Notes
For a creamier sauce, don’t rush the thickening process and simmer gently. For variations, try adding capers and lemon zest for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: chicken, skillet, Sicilian, weeknight dinner, creamy sauce