Italian Chicken Skillet

Ingredients and Weight:

• Boneless, skinless chicken breasts: 1.5 pounds
• Olive oil: 3 tablespoons
• Yellow onion, chopped: 1 medium
• Red bell pepper, chopped: 1 medium
• Green bell pepper, chopped: 1 medium
• Garlic, minced: 2 cloves
• Italian seasoning: 1 tablespoon
• Sun-dried tomatoes, chopped: 1/2 cup
• Artichoke hearts, chopped: 1 can (14 ounces)
• Chicken broth: 1 cup
• Dry white wine (optional): 1/2 cup
• Heavy cream: 1/2 cup
• Parmesan cheese, grated: 1/2 cup
• Salt and black pepper to taste

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

30 minutes

Difficulty Level:

3 (Medium)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Season chicken breasts with salt and black pepper.
2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
3. Add chicken and cook until golden brown on both sides, about 3 minutes per side.
4. Remove chicken from the pan and set aside.
5. Add onion, bell peppers, and garlic to the skillet. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
6. Stir in Italian seasoning, sun-dried tomatoes, artichoke hearts, and chicken broth.
7. Return chicken to the skillet.
8. Bring to a simmer and cook until the chicken is cooked through, about 20 minutes.
9. Stir in white wine, if using.
10. Simmer for 5 minutes, or until the wine has reduced.
11. Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese.
12. Cook until the sauce has thickened, about 5 minutes.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 575 per serving
• Protein: 45 grams
• Carbohydrates: 30 grams
• Fat: 25 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Flavorful and aromatic
• Creamy and cheesy
• Chock-full of vegetables
• Perfect for a special meal or weeknight dinner
• Easy to prepare and cook

User Comments:

• "This dish is amazing! The flavors are perfect and the chicken is so tender."
• "I love how easy this is to make. It's my go-to for quick and delicious dinners."
• "The Italian Chicken Skillet was a hit with my family. It's a definite keeper."
• "I added some fresh basil at the end for an extra touch of flavor."
• "This dish is so creamy and cheesy. It's like a restaurant-quality meal at home."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Cook the chicken until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
• If you don't have sun-dried tomatoes, you can substitute with chopped fresh tomatoes.
• Use low-sodium chicken broth to control the salt content.
• Serve the Italian Chicken Skillet over pasta, mashed potatoes, or rice.