Name: Skillet Chicken in Roasted Red Pepper Sauce
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 4 chicken breasts; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 (12 oz) jar roasted red peppers, drained; 3 cloves large garlic, roughly chopped (the blender will do the rest of the work); ¼ cup fresh basil (or 1 tablespoon dried basil); ¼ cup chicken stock; ¼ cup heavy cream (half and half can be used in a pinch, but it may curdle if heated too fast); ½ teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon pepper; ⅛ teaspoon chili flakes (optional); ½ cup cherry tomatoes (optional); ½ cup crumbled feta (¼ cup for sauce, ¼ cup for topping); Additional fresh basil for garnish (optional)

Description

This flavorful skillet chicken is seared to perfection and served in a creamy roasted red pepper sauce with garlic, fresh basil, and a hint of heat from chili flakes. Topped with crumbled feta, this dish is perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or a special occasion.

Ingredients

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4 chicken breasts
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 (12 oz) jar roasted red peppers, drained
3 cloves large garlic, roughly chopped (the blender will do the rest of the work)
¼ cup fresh basil (or 1 tablespoon dried basil)
¼ cup chicken stock
¼ cup heavy cream (half and half can be used in a pinch, but it may curdle if heated too fast)
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper
⅛ teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
½ cup cherry tomatoes (optional)
½ cup crumbled feta (¼ cup for sauce, ¼ cup for topping)

Additional fresh basil for garnish (optional)

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Instructions

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then sear them in the skillet for 5-7 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the roasted red peppers, garlic, and fresh basil. Use a blender or immersion blender to puree the ingredients until smooth.
Return the sauce to the skillet and add the chicken stock and heavy cream. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer. Allow the sauce to simmer for 5-7 minutes to thicken slightly.
Add the crumbled feta (¼ cup) to the sauce and stir until melted and incorporated. Adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, and chili flakes, if using.
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce. If using cherry tomatoes, add them to the skillet now. Spoon some sauce over the chicken and simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes.
Garnish with additional crumbled feta and fresh basil. Serve hot with your choice of side dish.

Notes

This dish pairs well with pasta, rice, or roasted vegetables.
For a slightly thicker sauce, reduce the sauce by simmering it for longer before adding the chicken back in.
Be cautious when using half and half in place of heavy cream, as it can curdle if heated too quickly.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main Dish
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Mediterranean