Chicken Recipe

This quick and flavorful dish features tender chicken breast fillets marinated in a vibrant mixture of sun-dried tomatoes and olive oil. The sun-dried tomatoes provide a deep, tangy sweetness that contrasts beautifully with the savory richness of the oil. It&# 226;ÂÂs a simple yet elegant meal that comes together in under 40 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights or casual dinner parties. The result is juicy, aromatic chicken that feels gourmet without the fuss. Serve it alongside roasted vegetables or crusty bread to soak up the delicious pan juices. It's a reliable favorite that delivers consistent, home-style comfort with a Mediterranean twist.

Cuisine: American

Courses: Main Courses

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 4

Calories: 64.7

Dietary: Gluten-free

Description

This quick and flavorful dish features tender chicken breast fillets marinated in a vibrant mixture of sun-dried tomatoes and olive oil. The sun-dried tomatoes provide a deep, tangy sweetness that contrasts beautifully with the savory richness of the oil. It&# 226;ÂÂs a simple yet elegant meal that comes together in under 40 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights or casual dinner parties. The result is juicy, aromatic chicken that feels gourmet without the fuss. Serve it alongside roasted vegetables or crusty bread to soak up the delicious pan juices. It's a reliable favorite that delivers consistent, home-style comfort with a Mediterranean twist.

Ingredients

g chicken breast fillets
2 Tablespoons sun-dried tomato
2 Teaspoons olive oil, plus 1/4 cup extra

Directions

1
Pat the chicken breast fillets dry with paper towels and season lightly with salt and pepper if desired.
2
In a small bowl, mix the sun-dried tomatoes with 2 teaspoons of olive oil to create a rough paste.
3
Heat the remaining 1/4 cup olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
4
Place the chicken fillets in the hot skillet and sear for 5-6 minutes on the first side until golden brown.
5
Flip the chicken and cook for another 5-6 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165ÃÂ°F (74ÃÂ°C).
6
During the last minute of cooking, spoon the sun-dried tomato mixture over the chicken to glaze it.
7
Remove from heat and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4 cups

Amount Per Serving
Calories 64.7kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 3.4g6%
Saturated Fat 0.6g3%
Cholesterol 21.2mg8%
Sodium 18.9mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 0.3g1%
Dietary Fiber 0.1g1%
Sugars 0.2g
Protein 7.8g16%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: chicken, sun-dried tomato, olive oil, easy dinner, weeknight meal, pan-seared, gluten-free, protein, quick recipe, savory, healthy, comfort food

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