Description
Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Breast transforms a simple weeknight dinner into a restaurant-quality experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken breasts and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- Add more olive oil if needed and sauté minced garlic for about a minute until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth, stirring to combine. Simmer for 3-4 minutes until thickened slightly.
- Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Adjust seasoning if needed.
- Return chicken to skillet, spoon sauce over, and simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Remove from heat, garnish with parsley if desired, and serve over pasta, rice, or with vegetables.
Notes
- Use low-sodium chicken broth for less salt content.
- Adjust garlic amount based on preference.
- This dish pairs well with a side salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 40 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg
Keywords: Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken, Chicken Breast Recipe, Easy Dinner Recipe