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Creamy Basil Chicken Skillet with Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Broccoli Recipe

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This Creamy Basil Chicken Skillet is a delicious one-pan meal featuring tender chicken cutlets cooked in a rich, garlicky cream sauce with sun-dried tomatoes and fresh basil, served alongside perfectly steamed broccoli. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s a perfect weeknight dinner that combines flavorful ingredients with simple cooking methods.

Ingredients

Chicken and Seasoning

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 lb chicken cutlets (4 cutlets, or 2 chicken breasts sliced in half lengthwise)
  • 1/4 tsp salt & pepper, plus extra for seasoning
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes

Sauce and Garnish

  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup basil, roughly chopped plus extra for garnish

Vegetables

  • 1 head broccoli, chopped into florets

Instructions

  1. Prepare and sear the chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season the chicken cutlets with salt and pepper. Add them to the skillet and sear each side for 3-4 minutes until browned and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  2. Steam the broccoli: Place broccoli florets in a large bowl filled with water and microwave on high for 7-8 minutes until tender but still crisp. Drain the water thoroughly and set the broccoli aside.
  3. Make the creamy basil sauce: Add butter to the same skillet and melt over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sun-dried tomatoes, sautéing for 30 seconds until fragrant. Pour in the heavy cream and bring it to a gentle boil. Stir in the parmesan cheese along with a pinch of salt and pepper to season. Add the roughly chopped basil leaves and cook for another 30 seconds until the basil is wilted and the sauce thickens slightly.
  4. Combine and serve: Return the seared chicken cutlets to the skillet, coating them in the creamy basil sauce. Serve the chicken alongside the steamed broccoli. Optionally garnish with additional chopped basil and parmesan cheese. Enjoy your flavorful, creamy basil chicken skillet!

Notes

  • For best results, use fresh basil leaves for a bright, aromatic flavor.
  • Sun-dried tomatoes add a tangy sweetness; use oil-packed ones if available for richer taste.
  • If you don’t have a microwave, you can steam the broccoli on the stovetop using a steamer basket for about 5-7 minutes.
  • Adjust seasoning to taste, especially salt and pepper, to balance the creamy sauce.
  • This recipe can easily be doubled for more servings, just use a larger skillet or cook chicken in batches.

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