Pan-Seared Chicken with Sun-Dried Tomato and Basil Cream Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-27 · Updated 2026-04-27

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Pan-seared to golden perfection, served with a rich sun-dried tomato and fresh basil cream sauce that brings vibrant Italian flavors to your table. This Italian recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken breasts, salt, black pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 20 min Serves 2 Italian cuisine 450 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 (6 oz each) boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp olive oil
1/4 cup, chopped sun-dried tomatoes (packed in oil)
3, minced garlic cloves
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup, chopped fresh basil leaves
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

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Instructions

Step 1: Pat 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts dry and season evenly with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper on both sides.
Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, then add the chicken breasts and sear for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside.
Step 3: Lower heat to medium, add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1/4 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes to the skillet, sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Step 4: Pour in 1/2 cup heavy cream and stir in 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil leaves and 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring, until the sauce thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
Step 5: Return chicken to the skillet and spoon sauce over it. Simmer together for 2 minutes to meld flavors, then serve immediately.