Description
A creamy, garlicky Tuscan-style stir-fry with tender chicken, earthy mushrooms, and tangy sun-dried tomatoes finished with Parmesan and fresh basil, ready in about 40 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 pounds chicken breast, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, sliced
- 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat and add 2 tablespoons olive oil.
- Combine Ingredients: Season 1 1/2 pounds thinly sliced chicken breast with salt, black pepper, and 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Add the seasoned chicken to the hot skillet and cook until golden brown on all sides, about 4 to 6 minutes, then remove and set aside.
- Assemble the Dish: In the same skillet, sauté 4 minced garlic cloves until fragrant, then add 8 ounces sliced mushrooms and 1/2 cup sliced sun-dried tomatoes, cooking until softened, about 4 to 5 minutes.
- Cook to Perfection: Pour in 1/2 cup chicken broth and scrape any browned bits from the pan, then stir in 1 1/2 cups heavy cream, 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan, and 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes. Simmer gently until the sauce thickens, about 3 to 5 minutes.
- Finishing Touches: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, toss to coat in the creamy sauce, and simmer together for 1 to 2 minutes so flavors meld. Stir in 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil just before removing from heat.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve the Tuscan Garlic Chicken Stir-Fry with Sun-Dried Tomato Mushroom Creama over pasta, rice, mashed potatoes, or zucchini noodles. Garnish with extra Parmesan and basil if desired and enjoy immediately.
Notes
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for the creamiest texture and best flavor.
- Slice chicken against the grain for maximum tenderness.
- Do not overcrowd the pan; cook in batches for a nice golden sear.
- If reheating leftovers, add a splash of broth or cream to restore silkiness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximate)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 16 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 140 mg
Keywords: Tuscan garlic chicken, sun-dried tomato mushroom creama, creamy chicken stir-fry, weeknight Italian, garlic cream chicken