Basil Chicken with Cream Sauce

Basil Chicken with Cream Sauce has always been one of my favorite recipes. This Basil Chicken Recipehas a creamy sauce made with buttermilk and cheese that is just to die for. Easy breaded chicken, tomatoes, fresh herbs, and more make up this super easy, delicious, and fool-proof favorite among Skillet Chicken Recipes. You need this Cream Chicken in your life ASAP! Basil Recipes for the win!

Serves : 4

Ingredients

• ¼ cup buttermilk
• ¼ cup breadcrumbs
• 4 chicken breasts boneless, skinless
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons canola oil
• ¼ cup chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons dry sherry optional
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 can pimentos 4 ounces can, drained
• 1 can diced tomatoes 14.5 ounce can, drained
• ¼ cup fresh basil chopped
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons garlic & herb cheese such as Boursin
• ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

1. Place chicken breasts in a shallow dish and cover with buttermilk.
2. Pour breadcrumbs in a different shallow dish.
3. Heat skillet over medium heat and add 2 tablespoons butter and 1 tablespoon canola oil.
4. Dip chicken in the breadcrumbs and place in the hot skillet.
5. Cook 5 minutes or until bottom side is crispy and golden brown.
6. Add remaining butter and oil and flip the breasts over. Cook another 5-7 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.
7. Transfer the chicken to a plate. Set aside.
8. Add chicken broth and sherry (if using) to the skillet to deglaze and bring to a boil over medium heat. Scrape the brown bits off the bottom of the skillet.
9. Add the cream, pimentos and tomatoes. Bring to a boil and cook 1 minute, stirring constantly.
10. Reduce heat to low and add Parmesan, garlic-herb cheese, basil and black pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook until sauce reduces by half.
11. Add the chicken back to the sauce and heat through.
12. Serve as is with sauce or with a side of rice or pasta.
13. Enjoy!

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