Creamy Parmesan Chicken
The Creamy Parmesan Chicken Recipe is a delectable dish that combines tender chicken with a rich, creamy sauce infused with Parmesan cheese, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a cozy family meal.
Equipment
- Large Skillet
- Mixing Bowl
- Measuring Cups
- Measuring Spoons
- Tongs
- Knife
- Cutting Board
Ingredients
Chicken
- 4 pieces Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts Approximately 1.5 to 2 pounds total.
Seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Salt For seasoning the chicken.
- 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly ground.
Cooking Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For sautéing the chicken.
- 3 cloves Garlic Minced.
Sauce Ingredients
- 1 cup Heavy Cream For the creamy sauce.
- 1 cup Parmesan Cheese Grated.
- 0.5 cup Chicken Broth For flavoring the sauce.
Garnish
- 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Chopped, optional for garnish.
Instructions
- Begin by prepping your ingredients. Gather all necessary items, such as chicken breasts, garlic, heavy cream, chicken broth, and Parmesan cheese. Ensure that the chicken is thawed if previously frozen.
- Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Carefully place the seasoned chicken breasts in the skillet and cook for about 5-7 minutes on one side without moving them.
- Flip the chicken breasts and cook for an additional 5-7 minutes on the other side until cooked through.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
- In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the minced garlic, sautéing for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in ½ cup of chicken broth, scraping the bottom of the skillet to deglaze it.
- Add in 1 cup of heavy cream, stirring to combine and allowing to simmer for about 2-3 minutes.
- Sprinkle in 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese, stirring continuously until melted and fully incorporated.
- Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning the creamy sauce over them and letting them simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if desired, and garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
- Serve immediately, ensuring each portion is generously coated with the sauce.
Notes
Consider adding sun-dried tomatoes, fresh spinach, or red pepper flakes for variations. Serve with pasta, rice, or zucchini noodles for a complete meal.