Description
Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken is a rich and comforting American main course featuring tender seared chicken breasts smothered in a luscious garlic cream sauce infused with Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning. This stovetop recipe is easy to prepare and perfect for a satisfying low-carb dinner served over pasta, rice, or vegetables.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Sauce
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Garnish
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Chicken: Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness to ensure uniform cooking. Season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
- Sear Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and sear them for 5 to 6 minutes on each side until they are golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Make Sauce: In the same skillet, melt the unsalted butter, then add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in the heavy cream, chicken broth, grated Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning. Cook the mixture for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Simmer Chicken in Sauce: Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet. Spoon the thickened sauce over the chicken and let it simmer for another 2 to 3 minutes to heat through and allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve and Garnish: Garnish with chopped parsley if desired. Serve hot over pasta, rice, or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
Notes
- For extra richness, add a splash of white wine along with the chicken broth.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese to ensure the best flavor and texture of the sauce.
