Description
Succulent Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken brings Italian-inspired comfort directly to dinner tables with rich, indulgent flavors. Crispy chicken breasts nestled in a luxurious sauce promise a delightful meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
Seasonings and Spices:
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (plus more for garnish)
Cooking Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and garlic powder, ensuring an even coating. Lightly dredge in flour, shaking off excess to prevent a gummy texture.
- Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until butter bubbles and oil shimmers. Sear chicken for 5-7 minutes per side, creating a golden-brown exterior. Avoid moving chicken while cooking to develop a perfect crust.
- Remove chicken from skillet and set aside. Keep the skillet with remaining browned bits for added flavor.
- Add minced garlic to the same skillet, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant. Carefully avoid burning. Pour in chicken broth, using a wooden spoon to deglaze and scrape up browned bits. Simmer briefly to reduce slightly.
- Incorporate heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning until cheese melts and sauce becomes smooth. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
- Return chicken to the skillet, submerging in the creamy sauce. Spoon sauce over chicken and simmer for 2-3 minutes, allowing chicken to absorb flavors. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- Always pat chicken dry before seasoning to ensure a crispy, golden-brown exterior that locks in moisture and flavor.
- Use a meat thermometer to check chicken’s internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) for safe and perfectly cooked meat without overcooking.
- Swap heavy cream with Greek yogurt or half-and-half for a lighter version that still maintains the creamy texture and rich taste.
- Customize the dish by adding roasted vegetables like asparagus or broccoli directly into the sauce for extra nutrition and a complete one-pan meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 660
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 45 g
- Saturated Fat: 25 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 16 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 50 g
- Cholesterol: 180 mg