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Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Breast Recipe

Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Breast Recipe
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This Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Breast recipe features tender chicken breasts cooked to perfection and smothered in a rich, velvety sauce made with garlic, Parmesan cheese, and heavy cream. It’s a quick and flavorful dish perfect for weeknight dinners or casual entertaining.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Sauce

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Garnish

  • Fresh chopped parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the chicken: Slice the chicken breasts in half horizontally or pound them to an even thickness to ensure they cook evenly. Season both sides with salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning for flavorful meat.
  2. Cook the chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and sear them until golden brown and cooked through, about 4 to 5 minutes per side depending on thickness.
  3. Sauté garlic: Remove the cooked chicken from the skillet and set aside. Lower the heat, add butter and minced garlic to the skillet, sautéing until fragrant but not browned, about 1 minute.
  4. Make the sauce: Pour the heavy cream into the skillet, stirring to deglaze and lift any browned bits from the pan. Add the grated Parmesan cheese and simmer until the sauce thickens, about 3 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Combine and finish: Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, spoon the sauce over them, and simmer for an additional 2 to 3 minutes to heat through and allow the flavors to meld. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired before serving.

Notes

  • For best results, use fresh garlic rather than pre-minced garlic to maximize flavor.
  • You can substitute heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter sauce, but the sauce will be less rich and creamy.
  • Serve with pasta, rice, or steamed vegetables to make a complete meal.
  • Adjust salt and seasoning to taste after sauce has thickened, as Parmesan cheese adds saltiness.
  • To ensure even cooking, pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness if slicing horizontally is challenging.

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