Garlic Chicken with Sweet Roasted Pepper Sauce
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this irresistible Garlic Chicken with Sweet Roasted Pepper Sauce! Juicy, golden-seared chicken breasts are bathed in a creamy, velvety sauce made from roasted red bell peppers, parmesan cheese, and a hint of garlic for bold, savory flavor. This one-pan recipe is oven-finished to ensure tender, perfectly cooked chicken that soaks up every drop of the luscious sauce. With its vibrant color, rich aroma, and gourmet flair, it’s a show-stopping dish that’s surprisingly easy to make in just 45 minutes! Serve it over rice, pasta, or alongside crusty bread to savor every bite of this comforting yet elegant meal. Perfect for family dinners or entertaining, this recipe combines convenience with restaurant-worthy flavor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
- 4 pieces Garlic cloves, minced
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 2 pieces Red bell peppers, roasted and peeled
- 0.5 cup Heavy cream
- 0.25 cup Chicken broth
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons Butter
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
Season the chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, and paprika on both sides.
In a large oven-safe skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat.
Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and sear for 4 minutes on each side, until golden brown. Remove the chicken and set aside.
In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium and add the butter and minced garlic. Sauté for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant but not browned.
Roughly chop the roasted red bell peppers and add them to the skillet with the garlic. Cook for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Transfer the skillet mixture to a blender or food processor. Add the heavy cream, chicken broth, and Parmesan cheese. Blend until smooth.
Return the sauce to the skillet and bring it to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
Nestle the seared chicken breasts into the sauce. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Remove the skillet from the oven and garnish with freshly chopped parsley. Serve warm with your choice of sides, such as rice or pasta.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
578 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.8 g | 43% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.0 g | 70% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 198 mg | 66% | |
| Sodium | 788 mg | 34% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 6.8 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.9 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.8 g | ||
| Protein | 57.4 g | 115% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 97 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 2.2 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 632 mg | 13% | |
*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.
