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Recipe Details

Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $15
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian
Keyword: creamy chicken, Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken, easy dinner, garlic chicken, parmesan

Ingredients

  • 2 chicken breasts Cut in half lengthwise for thinner pieces
  • Salt & pepper To taste
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder Adds a savory kick
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil For cooking the chicken
  • 1 tablespoon butter For a rich sauce base
  • 1 tablespoon flour Helps thicken the sauce
  • 3 cloves garlic Minced for full flavor
  • ½ cup chicken broth Or dry white wine for a different flavor
  • 1 cup heavy cream For a creamy texture
  • ½ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese For the cheesy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley Chopped for garnish

Directions

  • Slice the chicken breasts lengthwise to create 4 thinner pieces. Season generously with salt, pepper, and garlic powder on both sides.
  • Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Allow the pan to warm for a few minutes.
  • Cook the chicken for about 5-6 minutes on each side or until it's seared and cooked through. Transfer the chicken to a plate and loosely cover it with foil to keep warm (turn off the heat while doing this).
  • Increase the heat to medium-high again. Add the flour and minced garlic to the skillet, stirring often. Cook for about a minute, allowing the garlic to soften and the flour to blend in.
  • Pour in the chicken broth and whisk it into the mixture, allowing the liquid to reduce by half while the flour dissolves.
  • Add the heavy cream, letting it bubble gently for a few minutes, until it thickens to your desired consistency (lower the heat if the sauce boils too quickly). Once thickened, remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the parmesan until it melts into the sauce.
  • Return the chicken to the skillet along with any juices from the plate. Spoon the sauce over the chicken, adjusting seasoning with extra salt and pepper as needed. Garnish with chopped parsley.

Notes

This creamy garlic parmesan chicken is a crowd-pleaser that’s perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or serving guests when you’re short on time.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 serving | Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 36g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 105mg | Sodium: 400mg | Potassium: 550mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 12IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 25mg | Iron: 15mg