Creamy Chicken with Sun-Dried Tomatoes
Creamy Chicken with Sun-Dried Tomatoes is a sumptuous, one-pan dish that brings the authentic flavors of Italy right to your dinner table. This quick recipe features tender chicken thighs enveloped in a rich, creamy sauce made with sun-dried tomatoes and fragrant herbs. Perfect for busy weeknights, it takes just 31 minutes to prepare and serve. This versatile meal pairs beautifully with pasta, rice, or a fresh salad, making it an ideal choice for family gatherings or cozy evenings at home.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 21 minutes
- Total Time: 31 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and black pepper (to taste)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp oregano
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes (drained and thinly sliced)
- 1 cup chicken stock
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- ¼ cup fresh basil leaves (chopped)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the chicken thighs for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden; season with salt and pepper.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic, Italian seasoning, oregano, red pepper flakes, and sun-dried tomatoes for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken stock and heavy cream; add grated Parmesan and whisk in cornstarch to create a smooth sauce.
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and cover it with the sauce. Lower heat to simmer and cook for 15-20 minutes until chicken is fully cooked.
- Stir in fresh chopped basil before serving warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 110mg