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Chicken in Basil Cream Sauce Recipe

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  • Author: Emily
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Pan-fry, Bake
  • Cuisine: Italian-American

Description

ย This Chicken in Basil Cream Sauce is a simple yet elegant dish that’s perfect for a weeknight meal! Tender chicken cutlets are coated in breadcrumbs, pan-fried, and then finished in a creamy basil sauce with Parmesan cheese. It’s a flavorful and satisfying recipe that’s ready in just 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • Chicken Cutlets:

    • 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
    • 1/2 cup milk
    • 3/4 cup dried Italian breadcrumbs
    • 3 tablespoons butter

  • Basil Cream Sauce:

    • 2 cloves garlic, minced
    • 1/2 cup chicken broth
    • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
    • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
    • 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
    • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Prep Chicken: Preheat oven to 275ยฐF (135ยฐC). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish. Slice chicken breasts in half to make 4 cutlets. Pound each cutlet to an even thickness. Dip cutlets in milk, then coat in breadcrumbs.
  2. Pan-Fry and Bake: Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken cutlets until golden brown on each side. Transfer to the prepared baking dish and bake for 10 minutes, or until cooked through (internal temperature of 165ยฐF/74ยฐC).
  3. Make Basil Cream Sauce: Add garlic to the skillet and cook until fragrant. Add chicken broth and bring to a boil, scraping up browned bits. Stir in heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat, add Parmesan cheese, basil, and pepper. Simmer until thickened, stirring occasionally.
  4. Serve: Serve chicken cutlets with the basil cream sauce spooned over top.

Notes

  • You can use boneless, skinless chicken thighs instead of breasts, but adjust cooking time as needed.
  • If you don’t have fresh basil, you can substitute with dried basil, but reduce the amount by half.
  • Serve with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, rice pilaf, or steamed vegetables.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken cutlet with sauce
  • Calories: 500
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 35g
  • Saturated Fat: 18g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 150mg

Find it online: https://emilyquickdinners.com/chicken-in-basil-cream-sauce-recipe/