Gluten-Free Chicken with Basil Cream Sauce

This gluten-free chicken with basil cream sauce is a delicious and flavorful dish that's perfect for a cozy dinner. The creamy sauce is infused with fresh basil, giving it a delightful herby flavor. Serve it over rice or gluten-free pasta for a complete meal.

Ingredients:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 cup coconut cream
• 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch or arrowroot powder

Instructions:

Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat

Add chicken breasts and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes per side

Remove from skillet and set aside

In the same skillet, add minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant

Pour in chicken broth and coconut cream, stirring to combine

Bring to a simmer

Add chopped basil and lemon juice to the sauce, stirring well

In a small bowl, mix cornstarch or arrowroot powder with a tablespoon of water to create a slurry

Pour the slurry into the sauce and stir until thickened, about 2-3 minutes

Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning the sauce over them

Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through

Serve the chicken with basil cream sauce hot, garnished with extra basil leaves if desired