Basil Cream Chicken (Printable Format)

Creamy basil sauce coats juicy chicken for an irresistible, satisfying dish your table will love.

# Needed Ingredients:

→ Chicken

01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - Salt, to taste
04 - Black pepper, to taste

→ Sauce

05 - 1 cup heavy cream
06 - 1 cup fresh basil leaves, finely chopped
07 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
08 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
09 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
10 - 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
11 - 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)

→ Finishing

12 - Fresh basil leaves, for garnish

# Preparation Steps:

01 - Remove chicken breasts from the refrigerator and let stand at room temperature for 15 minutes before cooking.
02 - Generously season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper.
03 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once oil shimmers, carefully add chicken breasts, ensuring they are not crowded.
04 - Cook chicken breasts for 6 to 7 minutes without moving, until a deep golden sear develops.
05 - Turn each breast and continue cooking for an additional 6 to 7 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
06 - Remove cooked chicken from the skillet and cover loosely with aluminum foil to rest.
07 - Reduce heat to medium. In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
08 - Pour heavy cream into the skillet, stirring to combine with garlic. Let it come to a gentle simmer for 2 to 3 minutes.
09 - Stir in chopped basil, grated Parmesan, lemon juice, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes if desired.
10 - Let the sauce gently simmer 3 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Adjust with chicken broth or water if thinner consistency is needed.
11 - Taste the sauce and adjust salt, pepper, or lemon juice as needed.
12 - Return the chicken breasts to the skillet and spoon sauce over the top. Simmer for 2 to 3 minutes to allow flavors to absorb.
13 - Transfer chicken to serving plates and garnish with fresh basil. Serve immediately or keep warm over low heat until ready.

# Supplementary Details:

01 - Allowing the chicken to rest before slicing helps retain juiciness and ensures tender results.

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