Chicken with Tomato Basil Cream Sauce

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Elevate your weeknight dinners with this irresistible Chicken with Tomato Basil Cream Sauce, a recipe that brings rich, Italian-inspired flavors to your table in just 45 minutes. Juicy, golden-seared chicken breasts are nestled in a luscious sauce made with garlic, sweet cherry tomatoes, fresh basil, and a blend of cream and parmesan cheese for the ultimate comfort dish. The light kick of optional red pepper flakes adds just the right amount of heat, while deglazing with chicken broth unlocks bold, savory layers in every bite. Serve this creamy tomato basil chicken over pasta, rice, or with warm crusty bread to soak up the velvety sauce. Perfect for a family meal or an impressive dinner party, this dish is your go-to for easy elegance!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 15 min
• Cook Time: 30 min
• Total Time: 45 min
• Servings: 4 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

13 items

• 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 2 cups cherry tomatoes (halved)
• 0.5 cup chicken broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 0.5 cup parmesan cheese (freshly grated)
• 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves (chopped)
• 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

📝 Instructions

9 steps

1. Place the chicken breasts on a clean surface and season both sides with kosher salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.

2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate.

3. In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and melt the butter. Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

4. Stir in the cherry tomatoes and sauté for 3-4 minutes, until they begin to soften and release their juices.

5. Deglaze the pan by adding the chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Allow the mixture to simmer for 2-3 minutes.

6. Pour in the heavy cream and stir until fully combined. Let the sauce simmer gently for 3-4 minutes, allowing it to thicken slightly.

7. Add the parmesan cheese to the sauce and stir until melted and smooth. Stir in the chopped basil and red pepper flakes (if using).

8. Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet, coating them with the sauce. Let them simmer in the sauce for another 5 minutes to warm through.

9. Serve the chicken with tomato basil cream sauce over pasta, rice, or alongside crusty bread. Garnish with additional basil leaves if desired.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (373.5g)

Calories		676
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		42.6 g	55%
	Saturated Fat	20.5 g	103%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		238 mg	79%
Sodium		561 mg	24%
Total Carbohydrate		6.0 g	2%
	Dietary Fiber	1.1 g	4%
	Total Sugars	2.2 g
Protein		60.1 g	120%
Vitamin D		0.2 mcg	1%
Calcium		221 mg	17%
Iron		2.6 mg	15%
Potassium		710 mg	15%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1529 cal (59.1%%)

Protein: 964 cal (37.3%%)

Carbs: 94 cal (3.7%%)