Best 4 Chicken With Tomato Basil Cream Sauce Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary symphony with our tantalizing Chicken with Tomato Basil Cream Sauce recipe. This delectable dish features tender chicken breasts enveloped in a velvety sauce brimming with the vibrant flavors of sun-ripened tomatoes, aromatic basil, and a touch of cream, creating a harmonious balance of tangy, savory, and creamy notes. Accompanying this main course is an array of equally enticing recipes: fluffy mashed potatoes to soak up the luscious sauce, a refreshing green salad to add a crisp contrast, and delectable garlic bread to elevate the meal with its garlicky goodness. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will delight your taste buds and leave you craving more.

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CHICKEN IN TOMATO BASIL CREAM SAUCE



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An easy and comforting chicken dinner in just 25 minutes!

Provided by Amy @ The Blond Cook

Categories     Main Course

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1-1/2 pounds), sliced in half lengthwise
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon minced fresh garlic
1 cup heavy cream
1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 cup loosely packed chopped or julienned basil

Steps:

  • Season sliced chicken breasts on each side with salt and pepper.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Add chicken and cook until golden brown, cooked through and no longer pink (about 4 minutes on each side depending upon thickness).
  • Transfer chicken to a plate and set aside. In the same skillet, add garlic and cook until fragrant, stirring constantly (about 30 seconds).
  • Add heavy cream and diced tomatoes with juices, Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning. Stir well to combine.
  • Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to maintain a simmer. Simmer for 4-5 minutes, or until slightly thickened (stirring frequently).
  • Remove skillet from heat and stir in fresh basil. Season cream sauce with salt and pepper, if desired. Return chicken to skillet. Serve over your favorite pasta, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 541 calories, Sugar 3.1 g, Sodium 692.9 mg, Fat 37.2 g, SaturatedFat 18.3 g, TransFat 0.7 g, Carbohydrate 4.9 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 46.3 g, Cholesterol 202.1 mg

CHICKEN WITH TOMATO AND BASIL CREAM SAUCE



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This dish is ALMOST a one skillet meal. The sauce is started in a sauté' pan and then poured over everything in the skillet. Serve with vegetables, over noodles or rice.

Provided by Sally Humeniuk

Categories     Main Dish

Time 1h45m

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 cup chicken broth
¼ cup white wine
Juice from one lemon
2 cups heavy cream
2 Tablespoons butter
¾ teaspoons sea salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
2 Tablespoons olive oil (divided)
3 or 4 chicken breasts (pounded thin for even cooking)
¼ cup all-purpose flour (for dredging the chicken, use cornstarch for gluten-free)
Salt and pepper
3 to matoes (sliced to 1/4" thickness)
2 or 3 garlic cloves (minced)
3 Tablespoons fresh basil (more if desired)
More Parmesan cheese (to taste)
Optional: Add some toasted pine nuts at serving

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 250F degrees.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 428 kcal, Carbohydrate 10 g, Protein 6 g, Fat 41 g, SaturatedFat 23 g, Cholesterol 126 mg, Sodium 629 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CHICKEN WITH TOMATO BASIL CREAM SAUCE



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An easy skillet recipe turned into a scrumptious chicken and pasta dinner Top off with garlic bread on the side and dinner is served.

Provided by daisygrl64

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 27m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 garlic cloves, chopped
1 cup onion, chopped
1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
3 plum tomatoes, chopped
1/4 cup white wine or 1/4 cup chicken broth
1 (15 ounce) jar alfredo sauce
1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped (for garnish)
salt and black pepper

Steps:

  • season chicken with salt and black pepper.
  • in a large nonstick skillet over medium high heat, add olive oil.
  • brown chicken breasts on both sides for 5 minutes.
  • remove chicken from skillet, keep warm.
  • to the same skillet add onions, garlic and Italian seasoning, stir until translucent.
  • add tomatoes and cook, until tomatoes are tender.
  • add wine or broth.
  • stir in the Alfredo sauce.
  • return chicken to skillet.
  • cover and simmer until chicken is no longer pink.
  • when ready to serve sprinkle with fresh basil.
  • serve with angel hair pasta.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 233.5, Fat 10, SaturatedFat 1.6, Cholesterol 75.5, Sodium 142, Carbohydrate 6.5, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 3.1, Protein 26.1

CHICKEN WITH TOMATO-CREAM SAUCE



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A creamy tomato sauce makes plain chicken an extraordinary dish for guests. It's easy to double the recipe when cooking for a crowd. -Agnes Cooper, Newark, Delaware

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
1/4 cup butter
1 small onion, thinly sliced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup sour cream
2/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Hot cooked noodles

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, brown chicken in butter on each side. Remove and set aside. Add onion and garlic; saute until tender. Stir in tomatoes and salt. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; return chicken to pan. Cover and simmer for 30 minutes or until chicken juices run clear., Remove chicken and keep warm. Combine the flour and sour cream. Reduce heat to low; stir in sour cream mixture and Parmesan cheese. Heat through (do not boil). Serve chicken and sauce over noodles.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 301 calories, Fat 16g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 113mg cholesterol, Sodium 621mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 31g protein.

Tips:

  • Use a variety of tomatoes to create a more flavorful sauce. Try using a combination of cherry tomatoes, Roma tomatoes, and heirloom tomatoes.
  • If you don't have fresh basil on hand, you can use dried basil. Just be sure to use a light hand, as dried basil can be more potent than fresh basil.
  • If you want a creamier sauce, you can add a little bit of heavy cream or milk. Just be sure to add it slowly and stir constantly so that the sauce doesn't curdle.
  • Serve the chicken with your favorite pasta, rice, or vegetables.

Conclusion:

This chicken with tomato basil cream sauce is a delicious and easy-to-make weeknight meal. The combination of juicy chicken, flavorful tomatoes, and creamy basil sauce is sure to please everyone at the table. Plus, it's a great way to use up leftover chicken.

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