Creamy Peppery Chicken
Indulge in the rich and savory flavors of Creamy Peppery Chicken, a quick and easy skillet dinner that’s guaranteed to elevate any weeknight meal. Perfectly seasoned chicken breasts are seared to golden perfection before being enveloped in a luscious, pepper-forward Parmesan cream sauce infused with garlic and Italian herbs. A simple combination of heavy cream, chicken broth, and freshly grated Parmesan creates an irresistibly velvety texture, ideal for soaking up with rice, mashed potatoes, or pasta. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this 35-minute recipe is as elegant as it is comforting, making it a perfect choice for family meals or intimate dinner parties alike. Ready in under 40 minutes and bursting with bold, creamy flavor, Creamy Peppery Chicken will quickly become a household favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2 teaspoons Black pepper, freshly ground
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 cup Chicken broth
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt and 1 teaspoon of freshly ground black pepper.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 4-5 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-low and add unsalted butter. Stir until melted.
Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 30 seconds, or until fragrant.
Pour in chicken broth and scrape any browned bits stuck to the bottom of the skillet. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes to slightly reduce.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in heavy cream, 1 teaspoon of black pepper, Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning. Stir continuously until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, coating them in the creamy sauce. Let them simmer for 5-7 minutes to absorb the flavors.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve hot over rice, mashed potatoes, or pasta.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2761 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 181.1 g | 232% | |
| Saturated Fat | 89.2 g | 446% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 954 mg | 318% | |
| Sodium | 4872 mg | 212% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 7.8 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.7 g | ||
| Protein | 250.5 g | 501% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1042 mg | 80% | |
| Iron | 7.9 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 372 mg | 8% | |
*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.
