Description
This dish combines tender grilled chicken with tangy goat cheese, sweet sun-dried tomatoes, and a rich lemon-basil butter sauce. It’s a flavorful and elegant meal that’s surprisingly easy to prepare at home.
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
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4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
For the Lemon-Basil Butter Sauce:
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2 tablespoons butter
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1 tablespoon minced garlic
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1 tablespoon minced yellow onion
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½ cup dry white wine
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¼ cup fresh lemon juice
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6 tablespoons cold butter, cut into pieces
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½ cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes
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¼ cup chopped fresh basil
For Topping:
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4 ounces goat cheese, sliced into rounds
Instructions
1️⃣ Prepare the Chicken:
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Brush chicken breasts with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
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Grill over medium heat for 6–8 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
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Remove from grill and keep warm.
2️⃣ Make the Sauce:
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In a saucepan over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter.
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Add minced garlic and onion; sauté until fragrant and translucent, about 2 minutes.
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Pour in white wine and lemon juice; simmer until reduced by half, approximately 10 minutes.
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Reduce heat to low; whisk in cold butter, one piece at a time, until the sauce is smooth and emulsified.
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Stir in sun-dried tomatoes and chopped basil; season with salt and white pepper to taste.
3️⃣ Assemble the Dish:
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Place a slice of goat cheese on each grilled chicken breast.
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Spoon the warm lemon-basil butter sauce over the chicken, allowing the heat to soften the goat cheese.
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Garnish with additional basil if desired.
Notes
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For a creamier sauce, you can add a splash of heavy cream after emulsifying the butter.
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This dish pairs well with garlic mashed potatoes, steamed vegetables, or a fresh garden salad.
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If you prefer, the chicken can also be pan-seared instead of grilled.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 25 min