Speedy Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken
This quick and easy recipe delivers tender chicken enveloped in a rich, creamy garlic Parmesan sauce, perfect for a weeknight meal.
Equipment
- Paper towels
- Large skillet or non-stick pan
- Wooden spoon
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese plus more for garnish
- 1/2 tsp dried Italian seasoning
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
Cooking Steps
- Pat chicken breasts dry, then slice each horizontally to create thinner cutlets. Season generously with salt and black pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken cutlets for 4-6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through; remove and set aside.
- Reduce heat to medium, add minced garlic to the same pan, and cook for 30 seconds to 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the pan. Simmer for 1-2 minutes until slightly reduced.
- Stir in heavy cream and Italian seasoning, bring to a gentle simmer, then reduce heat to low. Incorporate Parmesan cheese until smooth and the sauce thickens slightly; season with salt and pepper.
- Return cooked chicken to the pan, nestling it into the sauce. Simmer gently for 1-2 minutes to heat through and absorb flavors, then garnish with parsley and extra Parmesan.
Notes
Serve this creamy chicken with pasta, rice, or a side of steamed vegetables. For an extra kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce.