Chicken Bryan Recipe
Learn how to make Chicken Bryan, the signature dish from Carrabba’s Italian Grill! This recipe features juicy, pan-seared chicken topped with creamy goat cheese, tangy sun-dried tomatoes, and a rich lemon-butter sauce. Perfect for a restaurant-quality meal at home.
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
For the Lemon-Butter Sauce
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- ¼ cup white wine or chicken broth
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes optional
Toppings
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes chopped
- 4 ounces goat cheese sliced or crumbled
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil chopped
Instructions
1️⃣ Sear the Chicken
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Sear for 5-6 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through (internal temp 165°F).
- Remove from heat and tent with foil to keep warm.
2️⃣ Prepare the Lemon-Butter Sauce
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic until fragrant (30 seconds).
- Add white wine and lemon juice, scraping up browned bits. Simmer for 2-3 minutes.
3️⃣ Finish the Sauce
- Reduce heat to low and whisk in butter, one tablespoon at a time, until smooth.
- Stir in red pepper flakes (if using) for a slight kick.
4️⃣ Assemble the Dish
- Place a slice of goat cheese over each chicken breast.
- Spoon the lemon-butter sauce generously on top.
- Sprinkle with sun-dried tomatoes and fresh basil.
5️⃣ Serve Immediately
- Let the cheese slightly soften before serving for the best texture.
Notes
✔ Marination Tip: For enhanced flavor, marinate the chicken with seasonings for 30 minutes before cooking.
✔ Goat Cheese Substitute: Feta or cream cheese can be used for a different texture.
✔ Grilled Version: Try grilling the chicken instead of pan-searing for a smoky twist.
✔ Make Ahead: The lemon-butter sauce can be made 3 days ahead and stored in the fridge. Reheat on low before serving.
✔ Goat Cheese Substitute: Feta or cream cheese can be used for a different texture.
✔ Grilled Version: Try grilling the chicken instead of pan-searing for a smoky twist.
✔ Make Ahead: The lemon-butter sauce can be made 3 days ahead and stored in the fridge. Reheat on low before serving.