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Creamy Garlic Chicken with Sun-Dried Tomatoes

  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 30 min
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Make this comforting, family-friendly skillet dinner featuring tender chicken in a rich, creamy garlic sauce balanced with tangy sun-dried tomatoes.

Ingredients

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  • 750g chicken thighs OR chicken breast, skinless and boneless
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup sun dried tomatoes, strips, drained of oil
  • 2 tbsp oil from sun dried tomatoes jar
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/2 cup (125 ml) white wine (or chicken broth substitute)
  • 3/4 cup (185 ml) chicken broth/stock, low sodium
  • 3/4 cup (185 ml) thickened / heavy cream
  • 1/3 cup (30g) parmesan, very finely shredded
  • 2 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 cup basil leaves, packed (optional)

Instructions

  1. If using chicken breast, cut it in half horizontally to form two thin steaks.
  2. Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper.
  3. Heat the sun-dried tomato oil in a large skillet over high heat.
  4. Add the chicken and cook until golden brown on both sides (about 6 minutes total for thigh or 4 minutes for breast). Remove the chicken to a plate and keep it warm.
  5. Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 15 seconds until light golden.
  6. Add the white wine. Bring to a simmer and scrape the bottom of the skillet to mix in the browned bits.
  7. Let the wine simmer for about 1 minute until the alcohol smell is gone.
  8. Mix in the Dijon mustard. Then add the chicken broth, cream, parmesan, and sun-dried tomatoes.
  9. Bring the sauce to a simmer, then reduce the heat to medium. Simmer for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring regularly until the sauce thickens and the parmesan dissolves.
  10. Taste the sauce and add more salt and pepper if necessary.
  11. Stir in the basil leaves, if using. Return the chicken to the pan and spoon the sauce over it. Simmer for 1 minute.
  12. Serve immediately over mashed potatoes, mashed cauliflower, or pasta.

Notes

  • If you do not have oil reserved from the sun-dried tomato jar, use 2 tablespoons of olive oil instead.
  • Ensure the parmesan cheese is very finely shredded for smooth melting into the sauce.
  • If you do not have Dijon mustard, you can omit it, but the sauce will lack some tang.
  • Prep Time: 10 min
  • Cook Time: 20 min
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Skillet Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 3
  • Sodium: 450
  • Fat: 30
  • Saturated Fat: 15
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 8
  • Fiber: 1
  • Protein: 38
  • Cholesterol: 140

Keywords: Creamy Garlic Chicken, Sun-Dried Tomatoes, Chicken Breast Dinner, Skillet Chicken, Easy Dinner, Family Meal, Creamy Sauce

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