Description
Indulge in this Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken, where tender chicken breasts are enveloped in a rich, velvety sauce infused with garlic and Parmesan. This dish transforms weeknight dinners into gourmet experiences with minimal effort. Perfect for family meals or gatherings, its delightful flavors will leave everyone wanting more. Serve it with pasta or steamed vegetables for a satisfying meal that combines comfort and sophistication.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried Italian herbs (basil, oregano)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Pat dry the chicken breasts and season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown, then set aside.
- In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium and sauté minced garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Stir in heavy cream and grated Parmesan until smooth.
- Add dried herbs to the sauce, mix well, then return the seared chicken to the skillet.
- Cover and simmer on low heat for about 10 minutes until the chicken is cooked through (165°F/74°C).
- Serve hot, drizzled with sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 530
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 43g
- Cholesterol: 160mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider marinating the chicken in Italian seasoning before cooking. - To make it spicier, add red pepper flakes during garlic sautéing. - This dish reheats well; perfect for meal prep!