Description
This Creamy Chicken with Sun-Dried Tomatoes is a rich and flavorful dish featuring tender chicken thighs simmered in a luscious cream sauce with aromatic herbs and sun-dried tomatoes. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal or a comforting dinner, it combines savory flavors with a touch of spice and freshness.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Seasonings
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp oregano
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
For the Sauce
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, drained and thinly sliced
- 1 cup chicken stock
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil. Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper, then brown them in the skillet for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden. Remove the chicken and set aside.
- Sauté Aromatics and Tomatoes: In the same skillet, add minced garlic, Italian seasoning, oregano, red pepper flakes, and sun-dried tomatoes. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
- Prepare the Sauce: Pour in chicken stock and heavy cream, then add grated Parmesan cheese. In a small bowl, dissolve cornstarch in a few tablespoons of water and whisk into the sauce immediately to thicken.
- Cook the Chicken: Return the browned chicken thighs to the skillet, cover with the sauce, reduce heat to low, and cover with a lid. Simmer for 15-20 minutes until the chicken is cooked through, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking or burning.
- Add Fresh Basil and Finish: Stir in chopped fresh basil leaves, then remove from heat. Serve the chicken hot, spooning the creamy sauce over each piece and garnishing with extra Parmesan, sun-dried tomatoes, and basil if desired.
Notes
- Ensure the chicken thighs are of similar size for even cooking.
- You can substitute chicken breasts, but adjust cooking time accordingly to prevent drying out.
- For a richer flavor, use full-fat heavy cream and freshly grated Parmesan.
- Sun-dried tomatoes can be oil-packed or dry-packed; if dry, soak in warm water for 10 minutes beforehand.
- This dish pairs well with pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with sauce
- Calories: 430 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 40 g
- Cholesterol: 140 mg
