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Ultra close-up macro of golden seared chicken breast cutlets simmering in velvety roasted red pepper cream sauce in cast iron skillet

Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Chicken Skillet

Tender golden chicken cutlets simmered in a rich, velvety roasted red pepper garlic cream sauce. Ready in just 30 minutes in one skillet—comfort food at its absolute finest!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 385

Ingredients
  

Chicken & Seasoning
  • 1.5 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts (halved horizontally into 4 thin cutlets)
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/4 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter
Velvety Red Pepper Cream Sauce
  • 1 jar (12 oz) roasted red bell peppers (drained and pureed smooth)
  • 4 cloves garlic (finely minced)
  • 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken bone broth (for deglazing)
  • 3/4 cup heavy whipping cream (or full-fat coconut cream)
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
  • 2 cups fresh baby spinach leaves
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp fresh basil leaves (sliced thin, for garnish)

Method
 

Preparation & Searing
  1. Slice chicken breasts horizontally into thin cutlets. Pat thoroughly dry with paper towels and season both sides evenly with garlic powder, smoked paprika, dried oregano, kosher salt, and cracked black pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil and butter in a large 12-inch heavy skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Sear chicken cutlets for 4 to 5 minutes per side until deeply golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F / 74°C). Transfer chicken to a warm plate and tent loosely with foil.
Velvety Sauce & Finishing
  1. Reduce skillet heat to medium. Add finely minced garlic to the residual pan drippings and sauté for 60 seconds until fragrant without browning.
  2. Pour in low-sodium chicken bone broth to deglaze the pan, using a wooden spoon to scrape up all flavorful caramelized browned fond from the bottom of the skillet.
  3. Pour in the pureed roasted red peppers and heavy cream. Whisk gently to combine and bring sauce to a gentle simmer for 3 minutes until slightly thickened.
  4. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese and fresh lemon juice until silky smooth and melted. Fold in fresh baby spinach and simmer for 1 to 2 minutes until wilted and bright green.
  5. Nestle seared chicken cutlets and any accumulated resting juices back into the simmering sauce. Spoon sauce generously over the chicken. Simmer for 1 minute to reheat through. Garnish with fresh basil and serve immediately!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 385kcalCarbohydrates: 7.5gProtein: 38.2gFat: 22.4gSaturated Fat: 10.8gCholesterol: 132mgSodium: 540mgPotassium: 680mgFiber: 1.8gSugar: 4.2gVitamin A: 2450IUVitamin C: 78mgCalcium: 185mgIron: 2.4mg

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