Chicken with Sun Dried Tomato Dressing
Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with this irresistibly flavorful Chicken with Sun-Dried Tomato Dressing. Juicy, golden-brown chicken breasts are paired with a vibrant, tangy sauce made from sun-dried tomatoes in oil, garlic, balsamic vinegar, and fresh basil. This versatile dish is effortlessly prepared in a single skillet, blending convenience with gourmet appeal. The sun-dried tomato dressing can be left chunky for texture or blended until smooth for a silky finish, making it customizable to your taste. Garnished with Parmesan cheese and perfect for serving over pasta, mashed potatoes, or alongside a crisp green salad, this recipe offers a restaurant-quality meal in just 40 minutes. Perfect for fans of Mediterranean flavors, this crowd-pleaser is ideal for both casual dinners and special occasions.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup Sun-dried tomatoes in oil
- 3 pieces Garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
- 0.5 cup Fresh basil leaves
- 0.5 cup Chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat a large skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil to coat the pan.
Season the chicken breasts with 0.5 teaspoon of salt and 0.25 teaspoon of black pepper on both sides.
Place the chicken into the skillet and sear for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F/74°C). Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Reduce the heat to medium-low and add the minced garlic. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Roughly chop the sun-dried tomatoes and add them to the skillet along with the balsamic vinegar. Stir to combine and let cook for 2 minutes.
Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer for about 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Stir in the chopped fresh basil and adjust the seasoning with the remaining salt and black pepper, if necessary.
Optional: Transfer the sauce to a blender or use an immersion blender to blend until smooth for a creamier dressing, or leave it chunky for texture.
Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet and spoon the sun-dried tomato dressing over them. Let them heat for 2-3 minutes.
Serve the chicken topped with extra sun-dried tomato dressing, and garnish with Parmesan cheese if desired. Pair with mashed potatoes, pasta, or a fresh green salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2212 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 99.5 g | 128% | |
| Saturated Fat | 26.5 g | 132% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 627 mg | 209% | |
| Sodium | 4322 mg | 188% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 68.1 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.2 g | 65% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.6 g | ||
| Protein | 254.5 g | 509% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 1049 mg | 81% | |
| Iron | 13.9 mg | 77% | |
| Potassium | 5788 mg | 123% | |
*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.
