Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Breast: A Comforting Indulgence
A rich and creamy dish that combines flavorful garlic and Parmesan cheese with tender chicken breast for a comforting meal.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 2 chicken breasts
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning, then add to the skillet.
- Cook chicken for about 5-7 minutes on each side, until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Return chicken to the skillet and coat with the sauce.
- Serve warm, garnished with additional Parmesan if desired.
Notes
- For added flavor, marinate the chicken in olive oil, garlic, and herbs for a few hours before cooking.
- This dish pairs well with pasta or steamed vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 50g
- Saturated Fat: 25g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken, Chicken Recipe, Comfort Food