Creamy Parmesan Chicken
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this irresistible Creamy Parmesan Chicken recipe! Juicy, pan-seared chicken breasts are coated in a luscious garlic-Parmesan cream sauce that’s rich, flavorful, and oh-so-satisfying. Seasoned with a perfect blend of garlic powder, salt, and pepper, and lightly dredged in flour for a golden crust, each chicken breast is cooked to perfection before being smothered in the silky sauce. Made with savory chicken broth, heavy cream, and freshly grated Parmesan, this decadent dish comes together in just 40 minutes, making it ideal for both busy evenings and special occasions. Serve it alongside pasta, mashed potatoes, or a slice of crusty bread to soak up every delicious drop of the sauce. Garnished with fresh parsley, this comforting classic is sure to become a family favorite! Keywords: creamy parmesan chicken, garlic Parmesan sauce, easy chicken dinner, quick weeknight meals, skillet chicken recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.25 cup All-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1.5 cups Chicken broth
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 0.75 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
Place the chicken breasts on a cutting board. Using a mallet or rolling pin, pound them to an even thickness of about 1 inch.
Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
Dredge each chicken breast lightly in the flour, shaking off any excess.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sear the chicken breasts for 4–5 minutes per side, until golden and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, melt the butter. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1–2 minutes, until fragrant.
Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Scrape the bottom of the skillet to deglaze and mix in any leftover browned bits.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese. Whisk until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth.
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning the sauce over the top. Simmer for an additional 5–7 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the chicken to reheat.
Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired. Serve immediately with pasta, mashed potatoes, or crusty bread.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2802 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 175.4 g | 225% | |
| Saturated Fat | 85.4 g | 427% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 954 mg | 318% | |
| Sodium | 4814 mg | 209% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 29.3 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.9 g | ||
| Protein | 249.0 g | 498% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 802 mg | 62% | |
| Iron | 9.5 mg | 53% | |
| Potassium | 2214 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.
