Creamy Buttery Chicken Bake
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Creamy Buttery Chicken Bake—a luxurious blend of tender, golden-seared chicken breasts smothered in a rich, velvety garlic parmesan sauce. This easy-to-make casserole is elevated by the perfect balance of buttery flavors, aromatic garlic, and a hint of cheese, making it a family-friendly favorite for weeknight dinners or special gatherings. With just 15 minutes of prep and simple pantry staples like chicken broth, heavy cream, and grated Parmesan, this decadent dish bakes to perfection in under an hour. Serve it over fluffy mashed potatoes, steamed rice, or crusty bread to soak up every drop of that irresistible sauce. Perfectly creamy, irresistibly delicious, and delightfully versatile, this one-pan wonder will quickly become a staple on your dinner table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 6 tablespoons Butter
- 4 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups Chicken broth
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons Parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and set aside.
Season the chicken breasts evenly with salt, pepper, and garlic powder on both sides.
Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and sear for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown. The chicken does not need to be cooked through. Remove and set aside.
In the same skillet, melt the remaining 4 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes until the flour is lightly golden and no lumps remain.
Gradually pour in the chicken broth while whisking constantly. Bring the mixture to a simmer as it thickens.
Stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Allow the sauce to simmer for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until it becomes rich and creamy.
Place the seared chicken breasts into the prepared baking dish and pour the creamy sauce over the chicken, ensuring it is evenly coated.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Once done, remove the dish from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes.
Garnish the chicken with freshly chopped parsley, if desired, and serve warm with rice, mashed potatoes, or a crusty piece of bread.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2844 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 186.3 g | 239% | |
| Saturated Fat | 101.3 g | 506% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1069 mg | 356% | |
| Sodium | 4911 mg | 214% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 19.9 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.4 g | ||
| Protein | 240.4 g | 481% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 598 mg | 46% | |
| Iron | 8.7 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 2218 mg | 47% | |
*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.
