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Basil Cream Chicken: Discover a Rich, Flavorful Recipe!

A rich and flavorful Basil Cream Chicken recipe that combines tender chicken breasts with a creamy basil sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound total)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning

Method
 

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper. Add the chicken to the skillet and cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink in the center. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  2. In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
  3. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, chopped basil, lemon juice, and dried Italian seasoning. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until the sauce thickens slightly.
  4. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, coating it with the basil cream sauce. Let it simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat through.
  5. Serve the chicken warm, drizzled with extra sauce, and garnish with additional basil if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 40gFat: 40gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgSugar: 1g

Notes

  • For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for the heavy cream.
  • Add sautéed vegetables like spinach or sun-dried tomatoes to the sauce for extra flavor and nutrition.

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