Ingredients
- 3 large garlic cloves, minced
- 1 small jar (3–4 oz) sun-dried tomatoes in oil, drained and chopped (reserve 2 tablespoons of oil)
- 1 lb (450g) chicken tenders (or chicken breasts, cut into strips)
- 1 cup (250ml) half and half
- 1 cup (250ml) chicken broth
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella
- Fresh basil leaves, chopped
- Crushed red chili pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Sauté Garlic and Sun-Dried Tomatoes:
- In a large skillet over high heat, sauté the minced garlic and chopped sun-dried tomatoes in 2 tablespoons of the reserved oil for 1 minute, or until the garlic becomes fragrant. Remove the mixture from the pan, keeping the oil in the skillet.
- Cook the Chicken:
- In the same skillet, add the chicken tenders (or strips) and cook on high for 1 minute on each side, sprinkling with salt and red chili pepper flakes (if using).
- Make the Sauce:
- Add the garlic and sun-dried tomato mixture back into the skillet with the chicken. Pour in the half and half and add the shredded mozzarella cheese. Bring to a simmer until the cheese melts and the sauce thickens.
- Adjust the Sauce:
- Add chicken broth to reach your desired sauce consistency. Stir in 1 tablespoon of chopped basil and a sprinkle of red pepper flakes. Stir well to combine.
- Simmer and Season:
- Let the sauce simmer for a couple more minutes, adjusting the seasoning as needed.
- Serve:
- Serve the creamy chicken mixture over pasta, zucchini noodles, or spaghetti squash for a light and flavorful meal. Enjoy!
Notes
- For a lighter version, you can use zucchini noodles or spaghetti squash instead of regular pasta.
- Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to your desired spice level.
- If you prefer a thicker sauce, reduce the chicken broth slightly during simmering.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
