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Basil Cream Sauce Chicken: A Delicious Recipe to Try!

A delicious and creamy basil sauce served over tender chicken breasts, perfect for a comforting meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • Cooked pasta or rice for serving

Method
 

  1. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken 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 1 minute until fragrant. Be careful not to burn it.
  3. Pour in the heavy cream and bring it to a gentle simmer. Stir in the Parmesan cheese, chopped basil, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes (if using). Cook for about 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly.
  4. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, spooning the sauce over the top. Let it simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat the chicken through.
  5. Serve the chicken over cooked pasta or rice, drizzling extra sauce on top. Garnish with additional basil if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 36gFat: 42gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 500mgSugar: 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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