Chicken Fantastico
Get ready to elevate dinner with "Chicken Fantastico" – the ultimate creamy, one-pan chicken recipe that's as flavorful as it is simple to prepare. Juicy, pan-seared chicken breasts are smothered in a luscious tomato-cream sauce infused with garlic, sautéed onion, Parmesan cheese, and aromatic herbs like oregano and paprika. A hint of crushed red pepper flakes adds just the right pop of heat to balance the richness. With a quick 15-minute prep time and a total cook time of just 30 minutes, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights yet elegant enough for entertaining. Serve it over pasta, rice, or alongside crusty bread to soak up every last drop of the irresistibly creamy sauce. "Chicken Fantastico" truly lives up to its name—an unforgettable dinner bursting with bold flavors and heartwarming comfort.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 large Onion, finely chopped
- 14 ounces Diced tomatoes (canned)
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1 cup Chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt, black pepper, and paprika.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown but not fully cooked through. Remove from the pan and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Sauté the chopped onion for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.
Stir in the diced tomatoes, chicken broth, heavy cream, oregano, and crushed red pepper flakes. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet. Cover and simmer gently for 15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through with an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate. Stir the grated Parmesan cheese into the sauce and cook for another 2 minutes to thicken it slightly.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
Return the chicken to the skillet, spooning some sauce over the top. Sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Serve hot with your choice of sides like rice, pasta, or crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2548 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 146.4 g | 188% | |
| Saturated Fat | 67.4 g | 337% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 872 mg | 291% | |
| Sodium | 4925 mg | 214% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 39.8 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.2 g | 33% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.1 g | ||
| Protein | 242.0 g | 484% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 691 mg | 53% | |
| Iron | 10.8 mg | 60% | |
| Potassium | 3146 mg | 67% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
