Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of this Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Skillet, where tender chicken breasts are smothered in a luscious Parmesan cream sauce. This easy weeknight dinner is sure to impress with its savory and comforting taste.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
Sauce:
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Season the chicken: Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Sear the chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet, sear chicken for 5–6 minutes per side, then transfer to a plate.
- Make the sauce: In the same skillet, sauté garlic in butter, then add chicken broth and simmer. Stir in cream, Parmesan, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Simmer until thickened.
- Finish the dish: Return chicken to skillet, spoon sauce over, and simmer briefly. Garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
- This dish pairs well with pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes.
- Chicken thighs can be used for a juicier alternative.
- For a lighter option, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 640 mg
- Fat: 31 g
- Saturated Fat: 16 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 43 g
- Cholesterol: 165 mg
