Description
Indulge in this decadent Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken recipe that features tender chicken breasts smothered in a rich and luscious parmesan cream sauce. Perfect for a special dinner at home!
Ingredients
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Chicken:
- 2 chicken breasts sliced lengthwise
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasonings
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp ground pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Sauce:
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp flour
- 1 tsp minced garlic
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/2 cup fresh parmesan cheese grated
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp parsley chopped
Instructions
- Season the Chicken: Season chicken breasts with garlic powder, Italian seasonings, salt, and pepper.
- Cook Chicken: Cook chicken in a skillet until golden, then set aside.
- Prepare Sauce: In the same skillet, make the sauce with butter, garlic, flour, broth, cream, and parmesan.
- Combine: Return chicken to the skillet, cook briefly, and garnish with parsley and more parmesan.
- Serve: Serve over mashed potatoes with greens on the side.
Notes
- You can use half and half to lighten the sauce.
- If you prefer, pound chicken breasts to even thickness instead of slicing.
- Opt for freshly shredded parmesan for better melting.
- Choose high-quality butter for best results.
- Use freshly minced garlic for enhanced flavor.
- Avoid overcooking chicken to prevent toughness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 493 kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 647mg
- Fat: 39g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 172mg
