Skillet Chicken in Creamy Sun Dried Tomato Sauce
This tasty 30 minute skillet chicken in creamy sun dried tomato sauce recipe has bold and rich garlic, parmesan, and herb flavors that will leave you craving more!
Ingredients
- 4-6 chicken thighs ((I used boneless skinless), or 4 chicken breasts pounded to even thickness)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 teaspoons minced garlic
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning (OR ½ teaspoon each dried basil, dried oregano, dried thyme)
- ½ cup juliened sun dried tomatoes ((they come in a jar packed with oil, be sure to drain excess oil))
- 1 cup chicken broth
- ½ cup half and half (or heavy cream, (use heavy cream for a thicker, creamier sauce!))
- ⅔ cup shaved or shredded parmesan cheese + ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese for topping ((or more to taste) )
- fresh basil or thyme, for topping
- salt and pepper to taste ((I use about 1 teaspoon salt and ¼ teaspoon pepper))
Directions
- 1
In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes on each side until browned and cooked through. Transfer to a platter and cover to keep warm while you make the sauce.
- 2
Add garlic, Italian seasoning, sun dried tomatoes, chicken broth, half and half or heavy cream, and 2/3 cup parmesan cheese to pan and stir to combine. Bring to a boil, and continue to stir periodically until thickened and creamy (5-7 minutes).
- 3
Return chicken to pan and spoon the sauce over the chicken. Top with cracked black pepper, grated parmesan cheese, fresh thyme or basil, and serve.