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Chicken with Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Sauce

Cathy Roma Published: Sep 11, 2019

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Chicken with creamy sun-dried tomato sauce is easy on the eyes and the tastebuds. Perfect for entertaining or just a casual night in, chicken breasts are simmered in an impossibly creamy sauce flavored with sun-dried tomatoes and fresh basil.
Close up of chicken with creamy sun-dried tomato sauce simmering in a saute pan sprinkled with fresh basil.

You know those staple items you always keep on hand in your refrigerator, well those are the key to chicken with creamy sun-dried tomato sauce.?

The “security stash” items that paired with a couple of extras mean you can have a home-cooked meal on the table in no time?

Outside of the usual onions, garlic, and butter, I have a few items that are my secret weapons for last minute meals that will make it seem like you’ve been planning for days.

My refrigerator must-haves

  • a block of parmesan
  • lemons
  • sun-dried tomatoes (in oil or dried)
  • heavy cream
  • pancetta
  • buttermilk
  • and white wine (yep, just for cooking…wink wink).

My freezer must-have’s

  • chicken breasts
  • sweet sausage (links or ground)
  • compound butter
  • and nuts (pecans and walnuts are faves)

Throw in a few pantry staples (chicken stock, pasta, panko, grains, honey, EVO…) and the options for dinner are practically endless.

Close up of chicken with creamy sun-dried tomato sauce simmering in a saute pan sprinkled with fresh basil.
The perfect weeknight dish

I love this chicken with creamy sun-dried tomato sauce because of how easy it is to prepare, how quickly it comes together, and how damn delicious it is (I could bathe in this sauce!).

The parmesan adds savory umami and sun-dried tomatoes bring concentrated tart/sweetness. I use a splash of heavy cream to create a silky sauce and white wine to deglaze the pan (and to loosen my shoulders as I cook).

I also love to keep frozen chicken breasts or sweet sausages on hand because they are quick to defrost and endlessly versatile.

Today I’m going to show you how to make an easy weeknight meal (which doubles as a company-worthy dinner) using few of these ingredients as your inspiration.

Gather ingredients for chicken with creamy sun-dried tomato sauce including thick cut chicken breasts, garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, basil, parmesan cheese, wine and seasonings.

Let’s make chicken with creamy sun-dried tomato sauce

Step by step pictures of how to make chicken with creamy sun-dried tomato sauce. Saute chicken (1), remove the chicken, saute garlic and deglaze with white wine (2), stir in the cream, sun-dried tomatoes and parmesan (3), add the chicken and fresh basil and simmer until thickened (4).
  1. After dredging the chicken in seasoned flour, heat olive oil in a sauté pan. Cook until golden brown on both sides, about 4 mins. Remove chicken to a plate and keep warm.
  2. Add minced garlic to the pan and deglaze with white wine.
  3. Add heavy cream, chicken stock, and sun-dried tomatoes. Season, simmer and reduce slightly.
  4. Add the parmesan, basil and chicken to the pan. Turn to coat. Simmer over low heat until chicken is cooked though. Sprinkle with remaining basil and serve.

Tips for success

  • Prep everything before you start cooking. This recipe cooks up fast, so it makes sense to have everything ready to go before your turn on the heat.
  • I recommend thin cut chicken breasts or halved chicken breasts pounded thin for this recipe. These cook evenly and quickly and I love the sauce to chicken ratio.
  • Dredging the chicken in seasoned flour promotes browning and will give your chicken an appetizing color in a short amount of time.
  • The chicken won’t be fully cooked when you sear it initially and that’s what you want. It will finish cooking when you add it back to the sauce and ensure a tender bite.
Close up of chicken with creamy sun-dried tomato sauce simmering in a saute pan sprinkled with fresh basil.

More kitchen staple recipes

  • Creamy Pasta with Sausage and Mushrooms
  • Creamy Lemon and Herb Chicken Thighs
  • Easy Breaded Chicken Breasts
  • Chicken Breasts with Creamy Spinach Sauce

Keeping a few ingredients regularly stocked means dinner doesn’t have to be complicated to be delicious.

What are your favorite flavors and ingredient must-haves? I’d love to hear from you in the comments!

4.75 from 8 votes
Close up of chicken with creamy sun-dried tomato sauce simmering in a saute pan sprinkled with fresh basil.
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Chicken with Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Sauce
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
35 mins
 

Perfect for entertaining or just a casual night in, these chicken breasts are simmered in an impossibly creamy sauce flavored with sun-dried tomatoes and fresh basil. This chicken with creamy sun-dried tomato sauce is easy on the eyes and the tastebuds.

Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American, Italian
Keyword: chicken, creamy sun-dried tomato
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 739 kcal
Author: Cathy Roma | What Should I Make For…
Ingredients
  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts (thin cut, 8 pieces)
  • 1/4 cup flour (I like Wondra, but AP will work)
  • kosher salt and pepper
  • 2 tsp Italian seasoning, dried
  • 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 cup dry white wine
  • 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup chicken stock
  • 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated
  • 2 Tbsp fresh basil, chopped
  • kosher salt and pepper
Instructions
  1. Combine flour, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper in a shallow dish. Dredge the chicken in the mixture and set aside.

  2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet set over med-high heat and add the chicken in a single layer (you will need to do this in two steps).

  3. Brown on one side, flip, and brown on the other, about 4 mins total. Remove the chicken to a pan and cover to keep warm. Add the garlic to the pan and sauté for 1-2 mins, being careful not to burn.

  4. Carefully add the wine and bring to a boil. Once the wine is reduced by half, add the sun-dried tomatoes, heavy cream, and chicken stock. Bring to a simmer. 

  5. Continue to simmer for 2-3 mins, until slightly reduced. Add the parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper. Stir in half the basil.

  6. Add the chicken and any accumulated juices to the pan and turn to coat. Reduce the heat to low and let the chicken cook through and the sauce to thicken, about 5 mins. Sprinkle with remaining basil and serve.

Recipe Notes
  • Prep everything before you start cooking. This recipe cooks up fast, so it makes sense to have everything ready to go before your turn on the heat.
  • I recommend thin cut chicken breasts or halved chicken breasts pounded thin for this recipe. These cook evenly and quickly and I love the sauce to chicken ratio.
  • Dredging the chicken in seasoned flour promotes browning and will give your chicken an appetizing color in a short amount of time.
  • The chicken won’t be fully cooked when you sear it initially and that’s what you want. It will finish cooking when you add it back to the sauce and ensure a tender bite.
Nutrition Facts
Chicken with Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Sauce
Amount Per Serving
Calories 739 Calories from Fat 360
% Daily Value*
Fat 40g62%
Saturated Fat 18g113%
Cholesterol 239mg80%
Sodium 664mg29%
Potassium 1958mg56%
Carbohydrates 24g8%
Fiber 3g13%
Sugar 12g13%
Protein 60g120%
Vitamin A 1375IU28%
Vitamin C 14.6mg18%
Calcium 246mg25%
Iron 4.2mg23%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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About Cathy Roma

My food philosophy is simple: everything in moderation. Sweet, savory, healthy, decadent…food, like life, is all about balance. I rely on my background as a trained chef/mom to create family-friendly recipes that will inspire you to cook, not complicate your life.

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  1. Robbie Dickison says

    August 4, 2019 at 3:58 am

    5 stars
    Absolutely delicious!!!!

    Reply
    • Cathy Roma says

      August 4, 2019 at 12:55 pm

      I’m so glad you enjoyed! Thanks for commenting!

  2. GINA Davis says

    September 26, 2019 at 7:26 pm

    5 stars
    This is my hubbys new fave! He loves this recipe I serve it with a homemade rustic bread and a side salad and he thinks he is eating like a king! Our secret I just let him think it lol

    Thanks for this recipe!

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    • Cathy Roma says

      September 26, 2019 at 8:29 pm

      So glad you enjoyed the chicken. Salad and bread are the perfect accompaniments!

  3. Jennifer says

    April 26, 2020 at 1:55 am

    5 stars
    This was so delicious! I used some leftover chicken, so I had to tweak the recipe a little bit, but it is definitely a new family favorite! Thanks!

    Reply
    • Cathy Roma says

      April 27, 2020 at 10:34 am

      Great to hear! This creamy sauce is one of my faves!

  4. Katherine says

    January 29, 2022 at 11:10 pm

    5 stars
    Amazing taste! Over bow toe Noodles.

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