Chicken Breasts in Cream Sauce
Elevate dinner time with this irresistible recipe for Chicken Breasts in Cream Sauce, a comforting dish that combines tender, golden-seared chicken with a rich, velvety sauce infused with garlic, Parmesan, and Italian herbs. Perfect for busy weeknights yet elegant enough for special occasions, this recipe comes together in just 35 minutes. Each bite features perfectly seasoned chicken simmered in a luscious blend of chicken broth, heavy cream, and melted Parmesan, creating a dish that bursts with flavor. Garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of color, this creamy chicken pairs beautifully with sides like pasta, rice, or steamed vegetables. Try this crowd-pleasing, restaurant-quality dish for your next meal, and watch it become a family favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 3 pieces Garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 cup Chicken broth
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 teaspoon Dried Italian seasoning
Instructions
Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. When hot, add the chicken breasts and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F/74°C). Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Reduce the heat to medium and add the butter to the skillet. Once melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.
Pour in the chicken broth and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Let the broth simmer for 3 minutes to reduce slightly.
Stir in the heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring often, until the sauce thickens.
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning the sauce over the top. Reduce the heat to low and let the chicken simmer in the sauce for 5-7 minutes to absorb the flavors.
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve hot with your choice of sides, such as steamed vegetables, rice, or pasta.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2934 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 190.3 g | 244% | |
| Saturated Fat | 94.6 g | 473% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 969 mg | 323% | |
| Sodium | 5325 mg | 232% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 11.7 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.7 g | ||
| Protein | 263.6 g | 527% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1446 mg | 111% | |
| Iron | 7.1 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 470 mg | 10% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
