Ingredients
Method
Preparation & Cooking
- Slice the chicken breasts horizontally in half through the equator to form 4 thin cutlets of even thickness. Pat dry thoroughly with paper towels. Season both sides evenly with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, sweet paprika, sea salt, and black pepper.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of oil (from the sun-dried tomato jar) and 1 tablespoon butter in a 12-inch heavy skillet or cast iron pan over medium-high heat. Once hot and shimmering, add the chicken cutlets in a single layer.
- Sear without moving for 4 to 5 minutes on the first side until deep golden brown. Flip and sear for another 3 to 4 minutes until cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F / 74°C). Transfer chicken to a clean plate and tent with foil to rest.
- Reduce the skillet heat to medium. In the remaining pan drippings, add the minced garlic and sliced sun-dried tomatoes. Sauté for 60 to 90 seconds until highly fragrant, scraping up the browned fond from the pan bottom.
- Pour in the chicken bone broth and fresh lemon juice to deglaze the pan. Whisk in the heavy whipping cream. Bring to a gentle simmer and let bubble for 3 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Stir in the grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese until completely melted and velvety smooth. Add the baby spinach and stir gently for 1 to 2 minutes until wilted into tender emerald ribbons.
- Nestle the seared chicken cutlets and any accumulated resting juices back into the skillet. Spoon the luscious sauce generously over the top. Simmer for 1 minute to warm through.
- Remove from heat, scatter torn fresh basil and shaved parmesan over the chicken, and serve warm with al dente fettuccine pasta or crusty bread!
