Description
Indulge in this decadent Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken recipe that features tender chicken breasts smothered in a rich and creamy sauce with hints of garlic and Parmesan. This dish is a perfect blend of flavors for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For the Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
For Garnish:
- Chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Season the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Sear the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken for 4–5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- Make the Sauce: In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring to deglaze. Add Parmesan and Italian seasoning, stirring until smooth.
- Combine and Simmer: Return chicken to the skillet, spoon sauce over the top, and simmer for 2–3 minutes.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.
Notes
- Serve over pasta, mashed potatoes, or rice for a complete meal.
- For a lighter option, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 39g
- Cholesterol: 140mg
