Roasted Red Pepper Chicken (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Chicken

01 - 1 teaspoon paprika
02 - 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
03 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
04 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
05 - 2 pounds chicken breasts, sliced into 6–8 cutlets
06 - 1 tablespoon salted butter
07 - 1 tablespoon oil

→ Sauce

08 - 1 tablespoon oil
09 - 1 shallot, diced
10 - 4 garlic cloves, minced
11 - 1 jar (12 ounces) roasted red peppers, drained and diced
12 - 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
13 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
14 - 1/2 cup chicken stock
15 - 1 cup heavy cream
16 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
17 - 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped

# Instructions:

01 - Combine paprika, kosher salt, garlic powder, and black pepper in a bowl.
02 - Evenly coat chicken cutlets with the prepared spice mixture and set aside.
03 - Heat a skillet over medium heat. Melt butter with oil, add chicken, and cook for 5 to 7 minutes on each side, until fully cooked. Transfer chicken to a plate and set aside.
04 - Add oil to the same skillet. Sauté diced shallot and minced garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant.
05 - Add diced roasted red peppers, kosher salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Cook for 4 to 6 minutes, stirring occasionally.
06 - Pour in chicken stock and heavy cream, stirring to combine. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer for approximately 5 minutes.
07 - Add grated Parmesan cheese, stirring continuously until melted and sauce is smooth, about 2 minutes.
08 - Return cooked chicken cutlets to the skillet. Simmer in the sauce for 10 minutes until thoroughly heated and flavors meld.
09 - Serve hot, topped with chopped fresh basil. Recommended accompaniment: cooked rice or preferred side.

# Notes:

01 - For best results, allow chicken to rest in skillet for a few minutes off-heat and garnish just before serving.