Juicy pan-seared chicken smothered in a velvety garlic cream sauce with bursts of sweet tomatoes and melted cheese – a 30-minute dinner win!*
⏱️ Quick Info
Prep Time: 10 mins | Cook Time: 20 mins | Serves: 4
📝 Ingredients
- Chicken breasts: 4 (or thighs for more flavor)
- Spices: 1 tsp each salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder
- Heavy cream: 1 cup (or half-and-half for lighter option)
- Mozzarella: ½ cup, shredded
- Sun-dried tomatoes: ¼ cup, chopped (oil-packed for richness)
- Fresh basil: handful, torn
- Onion: ½, finely chopped
- Garlic: 2 cloves, minced
- Olive oil: 1 tbsp
👩🍳 Method
1️⃣ Season & Sear Chicken
- Pat chicken dry, rub with spices.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high. Sear chicken 5-6 mins per side until golden. Remove and set aside.
2️⃣ Make the Sauce
- In the same pan, sauté onion until soft (3 mins). Add garlic, cook 30 secs until fragrant.
- Pour in cream, simmer 2 mins. Stir in sun-dried tomatoes.
3️⃣ Finish & Melt Cheese
- Return chicken to pan. Top with mozzarella, cover, and cook 2-3 mins until cheese melts.
- Garnish with basil.
💡 Pro Tips
✅ Extra tender chicken: Pound breasts to even thickness before cooking.
✅ No heavy cream? Use evaporated milk + 1 tbsp butter.
✅ Keto-friendly: Serve over zucchini noodles or cauliflower rice.
✅ Meal prep: Sauce stores for 3 days – reheat gently with a splash of milk.
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