Description
This Ultimate Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Recipe is a rich and comforting dinner idea featuring juicy seared chicken in a velvety garlic parmesan cream sauce. Perfect for weeknights or special occasions, this easy skillet chicken recipe is packed with flavor and made in under 40 minutes. Serve with pasta, rice, or vegetables for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
2 large chicken breasts
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons butter
4 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
3/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
1. Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken until golden, about 4-5 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
3. In the same skillet, melt butter. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Pour in chicken broth and deglaze the pan. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes.
5. Reduce heat, then add heavy cream. Stir until slightly thickened.
6. Whisk in parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning until smooth.
7. Return chicken to skillet, cover, and simmer for 8-10 minutes until cooked through.
8. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot with your favorite sides.
Notes
Always use freshly grated parmesan for best texture.
Let the chicken rest a few minutes before serving for juicier results.
If reheating, add a splash of cream or broth to loosen the sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 145mg