Description
This Creamy Garlic Chicken Breast recipe is a flavorful, easy-to-make dish that will impress your guests and satisfy your cravings. The creamy sauce, with hints of garlic, Parmesan, and Italian seasoning, perfectly complements the tender chicken breasts. It’s a quick and indulgent meal that pairs well with pasta, rice, or vegetables.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, and add them to the skillet. Cook until golden brown on both sides, about 6-7 minutes per side.
- Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute, until fragrant.
- Stir in chicken broth, heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning. Bring to a simmer.
- Return the chicken to the skillet and simmer for an additional 10 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- For added richness, you can use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
- This recipe pairs wonderfully with pasta or mashed potatoes to soak up the creamy sauce.
- You can also add spinach or mushrooms to the sauce for extra flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes