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creamy basil chicken with cream sauce and fresh basil in cast iron skillet
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Creamy Basil Chicken

Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian
Servings: 7
Calories: 427kcal

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 2 Pounds Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs or chicken breasts
  • 1 8 ounce Block of Cream Cheese softened
  • 1 Tablespoon Butter
  • ½ Cup Chicken Broth
  • ½ Cup Heavy Whipping Cream
  • ¼ Cup Grated Parmesan Cheese from the green can
  • ¼ Teaspoon Mineral Salt
  • ¼ Cup Fresh Chopped Basil lightly packed
  • Garlic Powder and Italian Seasoning to taste

Instructions

  • Season chicken on both sides with garlic powder and Italian seasoning.
  • In a skillet, brown chicken with a small amount of oil until cooked through.
  • Meanwhile, in a sauce-pot, melt softened cream cheese and butter. Whisk with a whisk until smooth.
  • Add chicken broth, whipping cream, Parmesan, and salt to cream cheese mixture.
  • Add chopped fresh basil to sauce and stir until combined.
  • Remove chicken from skillet, and drain drippings.
  • Return chicken to pan, and pour sauce over top.

Nutrition

Serving: 2Chicken Thighs | Calories: 427kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 31g | Fat: 33g