Description
Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken is a comforting dish that elevates simple chicken breasts with a rich, velvety sauce made from garlic and Parmesan cheese. This easy-to-make recipe ensures tender, juicy chicken enveloped in a luscious sauce that will have everyone at the dinner table asking for seconds. Perfect for weeknight meals or special occasions, this indulgent dish combines convenience with incredible flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp dried Italian herbs (oregano and basil)
Instructions
- 1. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
- 2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- 3. Sear the chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F). Remove from skillet and set aside.
- 4. In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute). Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer, scraping browned bits off the pan.
- 5. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese and dried herbs until melted and smooth. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- 6. Return chicken to the skillet, spoon sauce over each piece, and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 44g
- Cholesterol: 160mg