Description
Garlic parmesan chicken dances with Mediterranean flavors, creating a luxurious comfort meal that whispers culinary elegance. Creamy sauce and golden-crusted chicken promise a sensational dining experience you won’t soon forget.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 4 boneless (skinless) chicken breasts
Sauce and Cheese:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Seasonings and Herbs:
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley (chopped for garnish)
Instructions
- Generously coat chicken breasts with salt and pepper, ensuring even seasoning on all surfaces.
- Preheat a large skillet with olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering, then carefully place chicken breasts and sear for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Transfer cooked chicken to a clean plate, maintaining its warmth and juiciness.
- Reduce skillet heat and add minced garlic, quickly sautéing for 30-45 seconds until aromatic without burning.
- Pour heavy cream and chicken broth into the skillet, whisking continuously while gradually incorporating grated Parmesan cheese.
- Simmer the sauce on low heat, stirring occasionally until it thickens and reduces by one-third, approximately 4-5 minutes.
- Incorporate Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and unsalted butter, stirring until butter melts completely and sauce becomes silky smooth.
- Gently return chicken breasts to the skillet, coating them thoroughly with the creamy sauce and allowing them to reheat for 2-3 minutes.
- Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the dish for a vibrant garnish and serve immediately while hot.
Notes
- Check chicken doneness by using a meat thermometer, ensuring it reaches 165°F for safe consumption.
- Create dairy-free alternatives by substituting heavy cream with coconut milk and nutritional yeast instead of Parmesan.
- Reduce sodium content by using low-sodium chicken broth and limiting added salt during seasoning.
- Enhance protein intake by serving over quinoa or cauliflower rice for a lighter, nutrient-dense meal option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 476 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 583 mg
- Fat: 35 g
- Saturated Fat: 17 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 0.3 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 146 mg