Description
Indulge in the creamy goodness of Garlic Parmesan Chicken, a dish that brings restaurant-quality flavor right to your table. This easy-to-make recipe features juicy chicken breasts smothered in a rich garlic and Parmesan sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. With just a handful of ingredients and simple steps, you can create a mouthwatering meal that will impress family and friends alike. Serve it over pasta, alongside mashed potatoes, or with roasted vegetables for a complete dining experience. Elevate your culinary repertoire with this irresistible dish that balances ease of preparation with gourmet flair.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ¾ cup dry white wine (or chicken broth)
- 1¾ cups chicken broth
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- Olive oil, salt, pepper, and herbs
Instructions
- Slice each chicken breast in half lengthwise and pound to ½-inch thickness. Season with salt, pepper, and parsley.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear chicken for 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove from skillet.
- For the sauce, deglaze the skillet with white wine (or broth), scraping up browned bits. Add garlic and cook for 2–3 minutes.
- Stir in butter and flour; cook for 1–2 minutes. Gradually add the sauce mixture while stirring until thickened.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese and lemon juice until melted and smooth. Return chicken to skillet and heat through.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (200g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 150mg