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Creamy Chicken with Parmesan

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Creamy Chicken with Parmesan is a quick and elegant dish that brings tender chicken breasts together with a rich garlic-infused Parmesan cream sauce. Ready in just 30 minutes, this one-pan meal is perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions. It’s family-friendly, customizable, and pairs beautifully with pasta, rice, or vegetables. Enjoy the restaurant-quality flavors at home with minimal effort and maximum taste.

Ingredients

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, halved horizontally

Salt and pepper, to taste

½ teaspoon garlic powder

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 tablespoon butter

1 tablespoon all-purpose flour

3 cloves garlic, minced

½ cup chicken broth or dry white wine

1 cup heavy cream

½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  • Season the Chicken:
    Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.

  • Cook the Chicken:
    In a large skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium-high heat. Add chicken breasts and cook for 5-6 minutes on each side until golden and cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.

  • Make the Sauce:
    In the same skillet, add flour and minced garlic. Stir and cook for about 1 minute.
    Gradually whisk in chicken broth (or white wine), scraping up any browned bits from the pan.

  • Simmer the Sauce:
    Stir in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Let the sauce thicken slightly, then add Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and smooth.

  • Combine Chicken and Sauce:
    Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet. Spoon the sauce over the chicken and simmer for 2-3 more minutes, ensuring the chicken is coated with sauce.

  • Garnish and Serve:
    Garnish with chopped parsley (optional). Serve hot with your choice of side dishes.

Notes

  • Customizable Additions: Add spinach, mushrooms, or sun-dried tomatoes for extra flavor.

  • Spicy Twist: For a little heat, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce.

  • Cheese Alternatives: Mozzarella or Asiago can be blended with Parmesan for a different cheese flavor.

  • Dairy-Free Option: Use coconut cream as a substitute for heavy cream, though it will slightly alter the taste.

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