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Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Skillet

Two golden-brown chicken breasts smothered in creamy garlic parmesan sauce and topped with fresh parsley.
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Make this rich and flavorful Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Skillet for a quick, satisfying weeknight dinner. Juicy chicken breasts cook fast and simmer in a velvety sauce made with garlic, cream, and Parmesan cheese.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat the olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add the chicken to the hot skillet and cook for 5 to 7 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F). Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  4. Reduce the heat to medium. Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant. Do not let the garlic burn.
  5. Pour in the chicken broth and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Let it simmer for 2 minutes.
  6. Stir in the heavy cream and Italian seasoning. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer.
  7. Reduce the heat to low. Gradually stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth and thickened. Taste and adjust salt and pepper if needed.
  8. Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet. Spoon the sauce over the chicken.
  9. Simmer for 2 to 3 minutes to heat the chicken through and allow it to absorb the sauce.
  10. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving. This dish pairs well with pasta or rice.

Notes

  • For a low carb option, serve this Garlic Parmesan Chicken Recipe over steamed broccoli or zucchini noodles instead of pasta.
  • If you want to add vegetables, stir in 1 cup of fresh spinach during the last minute of simmering the sauce.
  • Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese for the best melting quality in your Parmesan cream sauce.

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