Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Breast
A comforting dish featuring golden seared chicken breasts coated in a rich, creamy garlic Parmesan sauce. Perfect for family dinners or to impress friends.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter Use fresh butter for best flavor.
- 4 cloves garlic, minced Adjust depending on garlic strength.
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese Use a good-quality Parmesan.
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Preparation
- Slice chicken breasts in half horizontally or pound to an even thickness.
- Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
Cooking
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Sear chicken until golden and cooked through, about 4-5 minutes per side.
- Remove chicken from pan and lower heat, add butter and garlic, sauté until fragrant.
- Pour in cream and stir to deglaze. Add Parmesan and simmer until thickened.
- Return chicken to skillet. Simmer for 2-3 minutes to heat through and coat with sauce.
- Serve warm, optionally garnished with parsley.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge within two hours of cooking. The dish can be frozen for up to three months.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 30gFat: 40gSaturated Fat: 20gSodium: 700mgSugar: 2g
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