Ingredients
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- 2 pounds chicken breast
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Season the chicken breast with salt and pepper, then add to the skillet.
- Cook the chicken until golden brown on both sides and cooked through.
- Pour in the heavy cream and stir in the chopped basil.
- Let it simmer for a few minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Serve warm with your choice of sides.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in basil and garlic before cooking.
- Serve with pasta or rice to soak up the creamy sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 45g
- Saturated Fat: 25g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 50g
- Cholesterol: 160mg
Keywords: Chicken In Basil Cream