Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken: The Easy Indulgence You Crave
This creamy garlic parmesan chicken recipe is the perfect balance of indulgent flavors and easy preparation, making it an ideal choice for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then add them to the skillet.
- Cook for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Add the minced garlic to the same skillet and sauté for 1 minute.
- Pour in the heavy cream and stir in the parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning.
- Let the sauce simmer for 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Return the chicken to the skillet and coat it in the sauce.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra parmesan if desired.
Notes
- This dish pairs well with pasta or a side salad.
- For a low-carb option, serve it with steamed vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 40 grams
- Saturated Fat: 20 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 4 grams
- Fiber: 0 grams
- Protein: 45 grams
- Cholesterol: 150 mg