Creamy Chicken Dinner
Indulge in the rich, comforting flavors of this Creamy Chicken Dinner, a one-pan recipe perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Juicy, pan-seared chicken breasts are smothered in a luscious garlic-Parmesan cream sauce, infused with aromatic thyme and elevated by a hint of golden seared flavor. With a quick 15-minute prep and a total cook time of just 30 minutes, this dish delivers maximum flavor with minimal effort. Garnished with fresh parsley and paired with your favorite sides like fluffy rice, creamy mashed potatoes, or vibrant steamed veggies, this creamy chicken recipe will quickly become a family favorite. Perfect for a hearty, crave-worthy meal that’s as easy to make as it is satisfying!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 3 minced Garlic cloves
- 1 cup Chicken broth
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1 cup (grated) Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
- 2 tablespoons (chopped) Fresh parsley
Instructions
Season the chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, and paprika on both sides.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and sear for 5-7 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add butter. Once melted, add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Pour in the chicken broth and use a wooden spoon to scrape any browned bits off the bottom of the skillet. Let the broth simmer for 2-3 minutes to reduce slightly.
Stir in the heavy cream, grated Parmesan cheese, and dried thyme. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until the sauce thickens.
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet and spoon the creamy sauce over them. Let them simmer for 5-7 minutes to absorb the flavors and warm through.
Garnish the dish with freshly chopped parsley before serving. Pair with rice, mashed potatoes, or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2833 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 185.9 g | 238% | |
| Saturated Fat | 91.1 g | 456% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 963 mg | 321% | |
| Sodium | 4158 mg | 181% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 11.4 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.9 g | ||
| Protein | 250.6 g | 501% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1030 mg | 79% | |
| Iron | 7.6 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 400 mg | 9% | |
*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.
