Print

Chicken Bryan Recipe

Print Recipe

★★★★★

4.5 from 129 reviews

Chicken Bryan is a flavorful Italian-inspired dish featuring grilled or skillet-cooked chicken breasts topped with tangy goat cheese, marinated sundried tomatoes, fresh basil ribbons, and a luscious basil lemon butter sauce enriched with cream. This recipe offers a perfect balance of creamy, citrusy, and savory elements, ideal for a quick yet impressive weeknight meal.

Ingredients

Scale

Basil Lemon Butter Sauce

  • 1/2 cup Salted Butter
  • 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
  • 1 Tablespoon Lemon Juice
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream
  • 6 fresh Basil Leaves (cut into ribbons)

Chicken

  • 4 Chicken Breasts (flattened with a mallet)
  • 4 Tablespoons Extra-Virgin Olive Oil (may use less or more)
  • Salt and Pepper to taste

Toppings

  • 1/3 cup Marinated Sundried Tomatoes (in jar, chopped)
  • 4 slices Goat Cheese (or substitute cream cheese)

Instructions

  1. Make the Basil Lemon Butter Sauce: In a saucepan, sauté the salted butter and minced garlic over medium heat for 1 minute, taking care not to let the garlic burn as it can become bitter. Add the lemon juice and continue to cook for 5 minutes. Reduce the heat to low before stirring in the heavy cream to prevent curdling. Let the sauce simmer gently on low heat while you prepare the chicken. Stir in the fresh basil ribbons just before serving.
  2. Prepare the Chicken: Whether grilling or cooking on the stovetop, rub each flattened chicken breast with extra-virgin olive oil and season generously with salt and pepper. For enhanced flavor, marinate the chicken in the oil and seasoning for at least 30 minutes if time allows.
  3. Cook the Chicken: If grilling, preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Cook the chicken breasts for about 4-5 minutes per side, flipping once, until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). If using a skillet, heat it over medium-high heat and cook the chicken the same way—4-5 minutes per side until fully cooked and properly browned.
  4. Assemble and Serve: Once cooked, place the warm chicken breasts on plates. Top each with a slice of goat cheese (or cream cheese substitute), followed by a generous spoonful of marinated sundried tomatoes. Ladle a good amount of the warm basil lemon butter sauce over the top and garnish with additional fresh basil ribbons. Serve extra sauce on the side for dipping or additional drizzling.

Notes

  • Flattening the chicken breasts ensures even cooking and tenderness.
  • Watch the garlic carefully when sautéing to avoid bitterness.
  • You can substitute cream cheese for goat cheese if preferred.
  • Marinating the chicken longer will enhance the flavor but is optional.
  • The dish pairs well with a side of steamed vegetables or a light salad.

Keywords: Chicken Bryan, Basil Lemon Butter Sauce, Grilled Chicken, Sundried Tomatoes, Goat Cheese, Italian Chicken Recipe

Find it online: https://thedishspot.com/chicken-bryan-recipe/