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    Home » Recipes » Meats » Chicken in Tomato Basil Cream Sauce

    By Amy · Published: Sep 20, 2019 · Updated: Jan 25, 2020 · This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure policy Leave a Comment

    Chicken in Tomato Basil Cream Sauce

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    This simple and delicious Chicken in Tomato Basil Cream Sauce is an easy weeknight dinner that the whole family will love!

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    Chicken in a cream sauce flavored with tomatoes and basil in a skillet

    Not only is this recipe incredibly flavorful and comforting, it’s ready in just 25 minutes.  Serve it with a garden salad and garlic bread for a complete satisfying meal.  It’s also delicious over your favorite pasta.

    Chicken in tomato cream sauce in a skillet beside a red and white striped napkin

    This dish was inspired by my Shrimp in Tomato Basil Cream Sauce (have you tried it??).  I still have an abundance of fresh basil growing (along with chicken breasts I needed to cook) and this did not disappoint.

    Helpful Tip for Slicing Chicken

    This recipe calls for two large boneless skinless chicken breasts sliced in half lengthwise.  I place my thawed chicken in the freezer for about 30 minutes before slicing.  It firms the chicken up a little and makes slicing so much easier!

    Chicken breasts in tomato basil cream sauce in a skillet with a spatula

    Enjoy!

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    Chicken in Tomato Basil Cream Sauce


    • Author: Amy @ The Blond Cook
    • Total Time: 25 minutes
    • Yield: 4 servings
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    Description

    An easy and comforting chicken dinner in just 25 minutes!


    Ingredients

    • 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1–1/2 pounds), sliced in half lengthwise
    • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
    • 1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • 1 tablespoon minced fresh garlic
    • 1 cup heavy cream
    • 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
    • 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
    • 1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
    • 1/2 cup loosely packed chopped or julienned basil

    Instructions

    1. Season sliced chicken breasts on each side with salt and pepper.
    2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat.  Add chicken and cook until golden brown, cooked through and no longer pink (about 4 minutes on each side depending upon thickness).
    3. Transfer chicken to a plate and set aside.  In the same skillet, add garlic and cook until fragrant, stirring constantly (about 30 seconds).
    4. Add heavy cream and diced tomatoes with juices, Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning.  Stir well to combine.
    5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to maintain a simmer.  Simmer for 4-5 minutes, or until slightly thickened (stirring frequently).
    6. Remove skillet from heat and stir in fresh basil.  Season cream sauce with salt and pepper, if desired.  Return chicken to skillet.  Serve over your favorite pasta, if desired.
    • Prep Time: 10 minutes
    • Cook Time: 15 minutes
    • Category: Main Course
    • Method: Sauté
    • Cuisine: Italian

    Keywords: chicken in tomato cream sauce, easy cream sauce for chicken

    Overhead view of cooked chicken breasts in a cream sauce in a skillet.

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