Creamy Garlic Chicken (Print View)

Tender chicken in rich garlic cream sauce with Parmesan

# What You'll Need:

→ Meats

01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.3 lbs)

→ Vegetables

02 - 5 large garlic cloves, minced
03 - 1 small onion, finely chopped
04 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (plus extra for garnish)

→ Spices & Seasonings

05 - 1 teaspoon salt
06 - ½ teaspoon black pepper
07 - 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (or mixed dried herbs)

→ Dairy

08 - 2 tablespoons butter
09 - ¾ cup heavy cream
10 - ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

→ Miscellaneous

11 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
12 - ½ cup low-sodium chicken broth

# Method:

01 - Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning on both sides.
02 - Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken breasts and cook for 5–7 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken and set aside.
03 - In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium. Add onion and garlic; sauté for 2–3 minutes until fragrant and translucent.
04 - Pour in the chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the pan. Let it simmer for 2 minutes.
05 - Stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, whisking until the sauce is smooth. Simmer gently for another 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened.
06 - Return the chicken to the skillet, coating it in the sauce. Simmer for 3–5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
07 - Sprinkle with fresh parsley and additional Parmesan, if desired. Serve immediately with your choice of sides.

# Insider Tips:

01 -
  • The sauce comes together in minutes but tastes like it simmered for hours
  • Everything cooks in one pan so cleanup is practically nonexistent
  • The leftovers somehow taste even better the next day
02 -
  • Dont let the cream come to a rolling boil or it might separate and ruin that gorgeous texture
  • The sauce will thicken as it stands so remove it from heat a minute before it looks perfect
  • Pounding the chicken to even thickness is the secret to juicy meat every single time
03 -
  • Let the chicken rest for a few minutes after cooking so it stays incredibly juicy
  • Grate your own Parmesan because pre grated cheese has anti caking agents that affect melting

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