Heat the olive oil and butter in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, Italian seasoning and smoked paprika, then sear for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove from pan and set aside.
In the same Dutch oven, add the garlic and sun-dried tomatoes. Saute for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Pour in the chicken broth and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese.
Return the chicken breasts to the Dutch oven, nestling them into the sauce. Reduce the heat to low, cover and let simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken reaches 165 internally.
Stir the sauce well before serving. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley and serve over cauliflower rice, zucchini noodles, or roasted veggies for a delicious, low-carb meal.
Notes
Make sure to sear the chicken first- this locks in the juices and adds extra depth of flavor.
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