Description
Indulge in this decadent Creamy Parmesan Chicken recipe that features tender chicken breasts smothered in a rich, garlicky Parmesan cream sauce. This easy stovetop dish is perfect for a cozy dinner at home.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
For the Sauce:
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Season the Chicken: Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Sear Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet, sear chicken until golden brown and cooked through. Set aside.
- Prepare Sauce: Sauté garlic, add chicken broth, heavy cream, Parmesan, seasonings, and simmer until thickened. Stir in butter.
- Combine Ingredients: Return chicken to skillet, spoon sauce over it, and simmer briefly.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
- Serve over pasta, mashed potatoes, or steamed vegetables.
- Substitute chicken thighs or add spinach/mushrooms for variation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 510
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 540 mg
- Fat: 36 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 145 mg
