Chicken With Sun Dried Tomatoes And Basil Recipe

Ingredients

4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

2 tablesoons each olive oil and butter

1/2 cup chopped scallions

3/4 cup chicken broth

1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, drained

1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

salt and pepper to taste

1/2 cup coarsely chopped fresh basil leaves

Preparation

Heat oil and butter in a large nonstick frying pan. Pat chicken dry, sprinkle with salt and pepper, and add to pan, sauteeing over moderate heat for 2 minutes on each side.

Remove chicken to dish, and add scallion to the pan, stirring for two minutes. Add broth, tomatoes and lemon juice, bring to a boil.

Return chicken to pan with any juices, turn to coat with sauce, lower heat, cover and simmer until chicken is cooked, about 5 minutes. Remove pan from heat and stir in basil. Taste for seasoning, and serve.