Description
This creamy garlic parmesan chicken breast recipe is rich, savory, and ready in just 30 minutes! Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Includes tips, variations, and storage advice.
Ingredients
2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons butter
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Salt and black pepper to taste
Fresh chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
1. Slice chicken breasts in half horizontally or pound to even thickness. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sear chicken until golden and cooked through, 4–5 minutes per side.
3. Remove chicken. Lower heat, add butter and garlic, and sauté until fragrant.
4. Pour in cream and stir to deglaze. Add Parmesan and simmer until thickened.
5. Return chicken to skillet. Simmer for 2–3 minutes to heat through and coat with sauce.
Notes
Use freshly grated Parmesan for best results.
Adjust seasoning to your taste before serving.
Serve with mashed potatoes, green beans, or over zucchini noodles for low-carb.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 135mg