Skillet Chicken in Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Sauce

This Skillet Chicken in Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Sauce is a delicious and flavorful dish that will impress your family and friends. The chicken is seared to perfection and then smothered in a rich and creamy sauce made with sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, and herbs. Serve it over pasta or rice for a complete and satisfying meal. This recipe is easy to make and will become a new favorite in your household.

Ingredients

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 shallot, minced
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• Fresh basil leaves, for garnish

Directions

1. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 5-6 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
3. In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and shallot. Cook for 1-2 minutes, or until fragrant.
4. Add the chicken broth to the skillet and bring to a simmer. Cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the broth has reduced by half.
5. Stir in the heavy cream, sun-dried tomatoes, dried basil, dried oregano, and red pepper flakes. Bring to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened slightly.
6. Return the chicken breasts to the skillet and spoon the sauce over the top. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until the chicken is heated through.
7. Serve the skillet chicken in creamy sun-dried tomato sauce over pasta or rice. Garnish with fresh basil leaves.

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