Description
This Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken recipe features tender, flavorful chicken breasts cooked in a rich, creamy sauce infused with garlic and parmesan cheese. Perfect for a comforting dinner, it pairs beautifully with mashed potatoes and greens for a complete meal.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken
- 2 chicken breasts sliced lengthwise
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasonings
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp ground pepper
For the Sauce
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp flour
- 1 tsp minced garlic
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Garnish and Serving
- 2 tbsp chopped parsley
- Additional parmesan cheese for topping
Instructions
- Season the chicken: Season the chicken breasts halves with garlic powder, Italian seasonings, salt, and pepper. Rub the spices evenly over the meat for maximum flavor.
- Cook the chicken: Heat a large skillet with olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 5-6 minutes until golden brown on both sides. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
- Prepare the sauce base: In the same skillet, add butter. Once melted, add minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Sprinkle in flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
- Add broth: Pour chicken broth into the skillet, stirring to combine. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes to thicken slightly.
- Make it creamy: Stir in the heavy whipping cream and cook until the sauce thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon, about 5-7 minutes.
- Finish the sauce: Remove from heat and stir in grated parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Adjust seasonings with salt and pepper.
- Combine chicken and sauce: Return the chicken to the skillet along with any juices. Cook for 2-3 minutes to reheat and absorb flavors.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle with chopped parsley and additional parmesan cheese. Serve over mashed potatoes and greens for a complete meal.
Notes
- You can substitute half and half for the heavy cream to lighten the sauce.
- Pounding the chicken to an even thickness ensures uniform cooking.
- Use freshly shredded parmesan cheese for the best flavor and melting quality.
- High-quality butter enhances the richness of the sauce.
- Minced fresh garlic provides a more vibrant flavor than pre-minced garlic.
- Be careful not to overcook the chicken—wait until it reaches 165°F to prevent toughness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 35 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg
