Description
This Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken is a rich and flavorful dish made with tender pan-seared chicken breasts smothered in a decadent garlic parmesan cream sauce. It’s a comforting and easy one-pan recipe perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
- 2 large chicken breasts, sliced in half lengthwise
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy/whipping cream
- 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Slice the chicken breasts in half lengthwise to make four thinner cutlets. Season both sides with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for about 5-6 minutes per side or until golden and cooked through. Transfer chicken to a plate and set aside.
- Reduce heat to medium. Add butter to the skillet, then stir in the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth and let it simmer for about 4-5 minutes to reduce slightly.
- Add the heavy cream and parmesan cheese, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens and the cheese melts completely.
- Return the chicken to the pan and spoon the sauce over it. Simmer for another couple of minutes to heat through.
- Garnish with chopped parsley if desired and serve immediately.
Notes
- Use freshly grated parmesan for the best flavor and smoother sauce.
- Don’t overcook the garlic to avoid bitterness.
- This dish pairs well with pasta, rice, or steamed vegetables.
- Double the sauce if serving with pasta or if extra sauce is desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken cutlet with sauce
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 145mg
