Description
Indulge in the rich, savory goodness of Garlic Parmesan Chicken, a dish that transforms simple chicken breasts into a gourmet meal. This easy-to-follow recipe features succulent chicken cooked to perfection in a creamy garlic sauce, enhanced with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and aromatic seasonings. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this dish is not only flavorful but also incredibly versatile. Pair it with your favorite sides like creamy mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables for a complete and satisfying meal. Whether you’re cooking for family or entertaining guests, Garlic Parmesan Chicken is sure to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 ¾ cups chicken broth
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- ¾ cup dry white wine
- Olive oil
- Salt
- Pepper
- Parsley
Instructions
- Slice chicken breasts in half lengthwise and pound to about ½ inch thick. Season both sides with salt, pepper, and parsley.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and sear chicken for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown; remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, pour in white wine and scrape up any bits from the pan. Bring to a gentle bubble.
- Add minced garlic and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until slightly reduced.
- Stir in butter and flour to thicken the sauce; then gradually add chicken broth mixture while stirring continuously.
- Once thickened, lower the heat and stir in Parmesan cheese and lemon juice.
- Return chicken to the skillet, coating it with sauce; heat through for about 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken with sauce (200g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 130mg