Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken, a dish that’s both quick and impressive. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe features tender chicken breasts enveloped in a rich garlic parmesan sauce that will elevate your weeknight dinners or special gatherings. With its creamy texture and savory taste, this dish is sure to become a family favorite. Plus, minimal cleanup makes it even more appealing—just one skillet for all the magic!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 chicken breasts (cut in half lengthwise)
- Salt & pepper (to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon flour
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/2 cup chicken broth or dry white wine
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (chopped)
Instructions
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook chicken in olive oil and butter for about 5-6 minutes per side until cooked through.
- Remove chicken and tent with foil to keep warm.
- In the same skillet, add flour and minced garlic; cook for a minute.
- Whisk in chicken broth until reduced by half, then stir in heavy cream.
- Let simmer until thickened before adding parmesan cheese.
- Return chicken to the skillet, spoon sauce over the top, and garnish with parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 140mg
Keywords: For added flavor, experiment with fresh herbs like thyme or basil. If you prefer a thicker sauce, allow it to simmer longer; for a thinner consistency, add more broth.