Description
Basil chicken delight combines fresh herbs with tender meat in a luscious sauce. Rich Mediterranean flavors create a memorable dining experience you’ll savor with each delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (454 g) boneless, skinless chicken fillets, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
- ½ cup (50 g) grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 can (10.75 oz / 305 g) condensed cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup (240 ml) chicken broth
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) olive oil
- ½ cup (75 g) chopped onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup (40 g) sun-dried tomatoes, oil-packed, drained and chopped
- ¼ cup (15 g) chopped fresh basil
- ½ tsp (2.5 g) salt
- ¼ tsp (1.25 g) black pepper
Instructions
- Preparation: Cube chicken into uniform pieces, finely dice onions and garlic, chop sun-dried tomatoes and basil leaves with precision.
- Searing: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, season chicken with salt and pepper, then sear until achieving a golden-brown crust.
- Aromatics: Add onions and garlic to the skillet, sauté until translucent and fragrant, releasing their aromatic essence.
- Sauce Creation: Pour in condensed chicken soup, chicken broth, heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese, stirring to create a smooth, rich sauce. Fold in sun-dried tomatoes and chopped basil.
- Simmering: Reduce heat, cover skillet, and allow chicken to simmer gently, developing tender texture and allowing flavors to meld completely, approximately 15-18 minutes.
- Finishing: Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Transfer to serving dishes, garnish with additional Parmesan shavings and fresh basil leaves for an elegant final touch.
Notes
- Precise Chicken Preparation: Cut chicken into uniform, bite-sized pieces to ensure even cooking and consistent texture throughout the dish.
- Strategic Searing Technique: Brown chicken thoroughly before adding other ingredients to lock in rich, deep flavors and create a golden exterior that enhances overall taste.
- Cream Sauce Stability: Whisk sauce ingredients carefully to prevent separation and achieve a smooth, creamy consistency that coats the chicken perfectly.
- Herb Freshness Matters: Add fresh basil at the end of cooking to preserve its vibrant flavor and aroma, maximizing the dish’s aromatic profile.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 40 g
- Saturated Fat: 20 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 36 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg