Description
This Best Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken recipe features tender, juicy chicken breasts cooked to golden perfection and smothered in a rich, velvety garlic Parmesan cream sauce. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s a perfect, flavorful weeknight dinner that’s sure to impress with minimal effort.
Ingredients
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Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Sauce
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the chicken breasts with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Place the chicken in the skillet and cook for about 6 to 7 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside.
- Sauté garlic: In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Make the sauce: Pour in the heavy cream and stir in the Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and becomes creamy.
- Combine chicken and sauce: Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet and spoon the creamy sauce over the top. Allow the chicken to simmer in the sauce for another 2 to 3 minutes to heat through and absorb the flavors.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle the freshly chopped parsley over the chicken and sauce before serving for a burst of color and fresh flavor. Serve immediately with your choice of sides.
Notes
- You can substitute chicken thighs for breasts if you prefer dark meat.
- For a lighter version, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream, though the sauce will be less thick and creamy.
- Add steamed vegetables or a side of pasta or rice to complete the meal.
- If you like extra garlic flavor, increase the garlic cloves to 6.
- Make sure not to overcook the chicken to keep it juicy and tender.
