Description
A rich and creamy garlic Parmesan chicken dish, perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing guests with minimal fuss.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (for the sauce)
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (for topping)
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (plus extra for seasoning chicken)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper (plus extra)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Prep the chicken: Pat breasts dry. Lightly season both sides with salt and black pepper and pound to about 1/2 inch thickness if uneven.
- Heat the pan: Warm a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and butter until foaming.
- Sear the chicken: Add chicken to the hot pan and cook 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown. Transfer to a plate and tent with foil.
- Sauté the garlic: Reduce heat to medium. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (30–60 seconds).
- Deglaze and simmer: Pour in chicken broth, scraping up browned bits. Let it reduce for about a minute.
- Make the sauce: Stir in heavy cream and Italian seasoning, then bring to a gentle simmer.
- Add Parmesan: Whisk in 1/2 cup grated Parmesan until smooth and slightly thickened.
- Finish: Return chicken to the skillet and spoon sauce over each piece. Sprinkle remaining Parmesan, cover, and cook for 1–2 minutes.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle parsley over the chicken and serve immediately over pasta, rice, or potatoes.
Notes
For a lighter sauce, swap heavy cream for half-and-half. Use low-sodium chicken broth if you’re cautious about salt. Pair with fettuccine, zucchini noodles, or cauliflower mash for a delicious meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian