Chicken with Sun Dried Tomato Sauce
The ultimate comfort food, Chicken with Sun Dried Tomato Sauce offers a creamy, savory delight that’s perfect for an easy weeknight dinner. This dish brings together rich flavors and tender chicken, making it a must-try tonight!
Equipment
- Skillet
- Whisk
- Large Pot
- Wooden Spoon
- Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon Butter
- 1 clove Garlic
- 1 tablespoon All-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup Chicken broth divided
- 1/2 cup Heavy cream
- 3 tablespoons Sun-dried tomato slivers in oil
- 1 tablespoon Oil from the jar of sun-dried tomatoes
- 1/4 teaspoon Dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon Crushed red pepper
- 4 Boneless, skinless chicken breasts flattened into an even thickness
- 1 box Farfalle or pasta of your choice cooked to al dente
- 1 cup Peas cooked
Instructions
- Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds. Stir in flour and cook 1 minute.
- Gradually stir in 1/2 cup chicken broth, whisking well to avoid clumps. Add heavy cream, sun-dried tomatoes, thyme, salt, and crushed red pepper. Bring to a boil and cook 1 minute. Pour into small bowl and set aside. Wipe skillet clean.
- Place sun-dried tomato oil in the skillet and heat over medium-high heat. Sauté chicken in oil until browned and cooked through, approximately 4 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate and keep warm.
- Add remaining 1/4 cup chicken broth to skillet and bring to a boil. Scrape any brown pieces up with a wooden spoon. Mix in reserved sauce, add chicken and remove from heat once mixture is sufficiently warmed.
- Toss pasta and peas together and divide between 4 plates. Top with chicken breast and sauce.
Notes
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat gently on the stove.
- Freezing: You can freeze the sauce separately from the chicken for up to a month.
- Pairing: Serve with garlic bread or a fresh green salad for a balanced meal.
- Make Ahead: The sauce can be made ahead of time and reheated before serving.
- Spice Adjustment: Feel free to adjust the level of crushed red pepper to suit your taste!