Sun-Dried Tomato Parmesan Chicken Step by Step: Unlock Flavor!
A delicious and flavorful chicken dish featuring sun-dried tomatoes and parmesan cheese, perfect for a weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Low Calorie
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté garlic until fragrant.
- Add the sun-dried tomatoes and cook for 2-3 minutes.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then place them in a baking dish.
- Pour the sun-dried tomato sauce over the chicken, ensuring they are well coated.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half.
- Serve with pasta or a side salad for a complete meal.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg