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Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Breast

A delightful dish combining tender chicken with a rich, savory garlic parmesan sauce, perfect for family dinners or special occasions.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces chicken breasts Use boneless, skinless for best results.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • to taste Salt Use to taste.
  • to taste Pepper Use to taste.
  • for garnish Fresh parsley, chopped

Method
 

Cooking the Chicken
  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  2. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper and cook in the skillet until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per side.
  3. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
Making the Sauce
  1. In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  2. Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce is creamy.
Combining and Serving
  1. Return chicken breasts to the skillet, coating them in the sauce. Let simmer for a couple of minutes.
  2. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. Reheat in a skillet over low heat, adding a splash of cream or broth.
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