Description
Crispy, spiced chicken breasts served with a luscious tomato-cream sauce packed with sun-dried tomatoes and herbs. This air fryer method delivers juicy chicken in minutes, paired with a rich, tangy, no-fuss sauce perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
4 chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs, pounded to even thickness)
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (freshly mixed with oregano, basil, and thyme)
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 garlic cloves (minced)
⅓ cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes (plump and chopped)
1 cup heavy cream (or whole milk for a lighter version)
½ cup low-sodium chicken broth
½ cup grated Parmesan (freshly grated)
Instructions
Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 5 minutes
Season chicken breasts with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and Italian seasoning
Air fry chicken breasts for 12 minutes, flipping halfway
In a skillet, melt butter, sauté minced garlic for 30 seconds, add sun-dried tomatoes, heavy cream, chicken broth, and Parmesan. Simmer until slightly thickened
Serve chicken with sauce and optional side (e.g., mashed potatoes, zucchini noodles, or crusty bread)
Notes
Use oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes for optimal flavor
For a lighter option, substitute heavy cream with whole milk
Check chicken internal temperature reaches 165°F before assembly
Leftovers store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg