Description
Tender golden chicken cutlets simmered in a velvety sun-dried tomato garlic parmesan cream sauce. Ready in 30 minutes for the ultimate cozy dinner!
Ingredients
1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts (cut into thin cutlets)
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
2 tbsp unsalted butter
5 cloves fresh garlic, finely minced
1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil, drained and julienned
1 tsp dried oregano
1/2 tsp dried thyme
1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 tsp kosher salt
1/4 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
1/4 cup all-purpose flour for dredging
1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced into ribbons
Instructions
Slice chicken breasts horizontally into thin cutlets. Pat dry with paper towels and season generously on both sides with kosher salt and black pepper.
Dredge each chicken cutlet lightly in flour, shaking off any excess.
Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a large heavy skillet (cast-iron preferred) over medium-high heat until shimmering. Sear chicken for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temp 165 F / 74 C). Transfer chicken to a warm plate.
Reduce skillet heat to medium. Add remaining tablespoon of butter and minced garlic; saute for 60 seconds until fragrant.
Pour in low-sodium chicken broth, scraping up all the golden browned bits from the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon. Simmer for 2 minutes until reduced slightly.
Stir in heavy cream, grated Parmesan cheese, julienned sun-dried tomatoes, dried oregano, dried thyme, and crushed red pepper flakes. Simmer gently for 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens into a rich, silky glaze.
Return seared chicken cutlets and any accumulated juices back into the skillet. Spoon the velvety sauce over the chicken and simmer for 2 minutes to heat through.
Remove from heat, garnish generously with fresh basil ribbons and extra grated Parmesan, and serve hot over pasta, steamed rice, or with warm garlic bread.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 20 min