Description
A vibrant and flavorful roasted red pepper sauce drizzled over perfectly seared chicken, perfect for gatherings and busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 Chicken Breasts: Choose boneless, skinless for quick cooking.
- 1 Cup Roasted Red Peppers: Jarred or homemade.
- 2 Cloves Garlic, minced: Fresh is best for aromatic kick.
- 1/2 Cup Heavy Cream or Coconut Cream: For richness and creaminess.
- 1 Teaspoon Italian Seasoning: A dash of herbs enhances flavor.
- Salt and Pepper to taste: Essential for elevating flavors.
- Olive Oil: For searing the chicken.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a blender, combine roasted red peppers, minced garlic, heavy cream, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Sear chicken for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden.
- Pour the sauce over the chicken in the skillet.
- Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
For a dairy-free option, use coconut cream. Marinating the chicken beforehand enhances flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: chicken, roasted red pepper, Mediterranean, easy dinner