Creamy Tomato Basil Chicken Breast
A comforting dish of chicken breasts cooked in a rich, creamy tomato basil sauce, perfect for family dinners or gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
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 of olive oil
Instructions
- Start by gathering all your ingredients. Chop the fresh basil and mince the garlic to release their fragrant oils.
- In a large skillet, heat a splash of olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until it’s fragrant.
- Season the chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper. Place them in the skillet, cooking for about 6-7 minutes on each side until they’re golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove them from the skillet and set aside.
- To the same skillet, add the can of diced tomatoes (with juices) and scrape the bottom of the pan. Let it simmer for a few minutes.
- Once the tomatoes start to reduce slightly, pour in the heavy cream and stir to combine. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until creamy.
- Return the chicken breasts to the skillet. Add the chopped fresh basil, stirring gently to coat. Let everything simmer together for a couple more minutes.
- Once ready, serve the chicken hot, spooning over the creamy tomato basil sauce.
Notes
Serve with garlic bread or over rice. Store leftovers in airtight containers for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg