Description
This Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken recipe features tender, pan-seared chicken breasts smothered in a rich and velvety garlic cream sauce infused with Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning. Perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner, it pairs beautifully with pasta or mashed potatoes for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
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Chicken
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Sauce
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ¾ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)
To Serve (Optional)
- Cooked pasta or mashed potatoes
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness to ensure they cook evenly. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Sear the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 5 to 6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Sauté Garlic: In the same skillet, melt the butter and add the minced garlic. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, taking care not to burn the garlic.
- Make the Sauce: Pour in the chicken broth and use a spatula to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Stir in the heavy cream, freshly grated Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning. Let the sauce simmer gently for 2 to 3 minutes until it slightly thickens.
- Combine and Heat Through: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, spoon the creamy sauce over the top, and simmer for another 2 to 3 minutes until everything is heated through and the flavors meld.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley if desired. Serve immediately over cooked pasta or mashed potatoes for a complete and comforting meal.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a splash of white wine before adding the chicken broth to deglaze the pan.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese rather than pre-grated for the best texture and flavor.
- Ensure the chicken breasts are pounded to even thickness to cook uniformly.
- Do not burn the garlic while sautéing to avoid bitterness in the sauce.
