Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken
A creamy and comforting dish featuring tender chicken breasts enveloped in a rich garlic Parmesan sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Add the chicken to the skillet and cook until golden brown, about 6-7 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Pour in heavy cream, stirring gently and bring to a simmer. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, coating well in the sauce. Simmer together for a few more minutes. Serve garnished with chopped parsley.
Notes
Pairs well with steamed asparagus or garlic mashed potatoes. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 50g
- Saturated Fat: 30g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 160mg