Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken (Print View)

Juicy chicken in creamy garlic-Parmesan sauce, perfect for pairing with pasta or crusty bread.

# Components:

→ Chicken Component

01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approximately 1.5 lb / 680 g)
02 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
03 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
04 - 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

→ Sautéing Fat

05 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
06 - 1 tablespoon unsalted butter

→ Sauce Base

07 - 5 cloves garlic, minced
08 - 1 cup heavy cream
09 - 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
10 - 3/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
11 - 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
12 - 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
13 - 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

# Directions:

01 - Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Lightly dust with flour, shaking off any excess.
02 - In a large skillet over medium-high heat, warm the olive oil and butter. Add the floured chicken breasts and sear until golden brown on both sides and cooked through, approximately 5-6 minutes per side. Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate, tenting loosely with foil.
03 - Reduce the skillet heat to medium. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
04 - Pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth, stirring to deglaze the pan and incorporate any browned bits. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
05 - Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and optional crushed red pepper flakes. Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened, about 3-4 minutes.
06 - Return the seared chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning the thickened sauce over the top. Allow to simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes to ensure the chicken is heated through.
07 - Sprinkle the finished dish with chopped fresh parsley just before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in just 40 minutes from start to finish
  • Uses simple pantry staples you likely already have
  • Creates a restaurant quality meal with minimal effort
  • Versatile enough to pair with pasta rice or vegetables
02 -
  • High in protein with 47g per serving making it perfect for active lifestyles
  • Can be prepared ahead of time and reheated gently
  • The entire meal comes together in one pan for easy cleanup
03 -
  • The key to preventing the cream sauce from breaking is maintaining a gentle simmer never a full boil. Temperature control makes all the difference between a silky sauce and a separated mess. Always bring your chicken to room temperature before cooking for more even results and better browning. This typically takes about 15 minutes out of the refrigerator. For maximum flavor pound your chicken breasts to an even thickness this ensures consistent cooking and more tender results. The best Parmesan for this dish is aged Parmigiano Reggiano which delivers a complex nutty flavor that transforms the entire sauce.

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