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Hey there, friends!
Are you craving something delicious and healthy? I’ve got just the thing for you!
Today, I’m sharing my tasty recipe for chicken breast with roasted red peppers.
It’s juicy, flavorful, and packed with nutrients.
Perfect for a dinner on busy nights or meal prep for the week.
You’re going to want to try this one—let’s dive in!
Preparation Time | 10-15 minutes |
Cooking Time | 20-30 minutes |
Total Time | 30-45 minutes |
Level of Difficulty | Medium |
Ingredients
- 2 pounds chicken breast, boneless and skinless (4 pieces)
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1/4 cup diced onion
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 12 ounces finely diced roasted red peppers (1 jar or fresh)
- 1 1/4 cups chicken broth
- 4 ounces low-fat cream cheese
- 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1/4 cup chopped basil leaves
Step 1: Sear the Chicken
Place a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the butter and allow it to melt completely.
Once the butter is melted, add the chicken breasts to the skillet.
Sear the chicken for 5 minutes on each side until they are golden brown.
After searing, remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside.
Step 2: Sauté Vegetables
In the same skillet, add the onions and garlic.
Sauté for 2-3 minutes until the onions are translucent and the garlic is fragrant.
Next, add the diced red peppers and sauté for another 1-2 minutes until they begin to soften.
Step 3: Prepare the Cream Sauce
Pour the chicken broth into the skillet followed by the cream cheese and crushed red pepper.
Simmer the mixture while stirring continuously to melt the cream cheese into the broth.
Continue to stir until the sauce becomes smooth and well combined.
Step 4: Recombine and Simmer Chicken
Once the sauce is smooth, add the seared chicken breasts back into the skillet.
Stir in the chopped basil and let the sauce simmer for another 2 minutes, allowing the chicken to warm through and absorb some of the flavors.
Step 5: Final Seasoning and Serve
Taste the sauce and add salt and pepper as needed.
Slice the chicken breasts and serve them covered in the creamy pan sauce.
Enjoy your flavorful and creamy chicken dish!