Basil Cream Chicken
My family likes basil, and this dish is our favorite. The basil flavor complements the rich, creamy sauce.—Billie Vaughan, Slinger, Wisconsin6-8 ServingsPrep/Total Time: 30 min.
Ingredients
- 1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed
- 1-1/3 cups finely chopped green onions
- 1 pound fresh mushrooms, sliced
- 2 tablespoons canola oil
- 1/2 cup butter, cubed
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons minced fresh basil or 2 teaspoons dried basil
- 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
- Hot cooked fettuccine
Directions
- In a skillet, saute the chicken, onions and mushrooms in oil until
- the chicken is no longer pink.
- Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, melt butter. Stir in flour until
- smooth. Gradually add broth and cream. Stir in basil and pepper.
- Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.
- Stir in chicken mixture. Serve over fettuccine. Yield: 6-8 servings.
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Nutrition Facts: 1 serving (4 ounces) equals 362 calories, 28 g fat (15 g saturated fat), 118 mg cholesterol, 405 mg sodium,