Description
Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken is a quick and satisfying dish that brings a taste of gourmet dining right to your kitchen. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up tender chicken breasts enveloped in a rich and creamy garlic parmesan sauce that’s bursting with flavor. Ideal for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this dish pairs beautifully with pasta, rice, or vegetables, making it as versatile as it is delicious. Impress your family and friends with this effortless yet elegant meal that takes comfort food to the next level.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon flour
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/2 cup chicken broth or dry white grape juice
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (chopped)
Instructions
- Cut the chicken breasts in half lengthwise and season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken for 5-6 minutes per side until fully cooked. Remove from skillet and keep warm.
- In the same skillet, add flour and minced garlic, stirring for about one minute.
- Gradually pour in chicken broth (or grape juice) while whisking until smooth. Allow to reduce by half.
- Stir in heavy cream until thickened, then mix in grated parmesan until melted.
- Return chicken to the skillet, spooning sauce over it. Adjust seasoning and garnish with parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (200g)
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 770mg
- Fat: 39g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 46g
- Cholesterol: 150mg