Description
Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken is a sumptuous dish that combines succulent chicken breasts with a rich, velvety garlic-Parmesan sauce. In just 30 minutes, you can create a restaurant-quality meal that will leave your family and friends raving. This one-pan wonder not only delivers incredible flavor but also simplifies cleanup, making it perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings. Serve it over pasta or alongside your favorite veggies for a delightful dinner experience that’s both comforting and elegant.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then cook until golden brown on both sides (5-7 minutes per side). Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute). Add heavy cream, chicken broth, and Parmesan cheese, stirring continuously until the sauce thickens (3-5 minutes). Mix in Italian seasoning.
- Return chicken to the skillet and simmer in the sauce until fully cooked (165°F internal temperature).
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (200g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 42g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 47g
- Cholesterol: 160mg