Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Breast Recipe (Print Version)
Creamy garlic parmesan chicken breast with tender, juicy chicken in rich, velvety sauce. Ready in 30 minutes for weeknight dinners.
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 15 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 20 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: Italian-American
Dietary: Gluten-Free
# Ingredients:
→ Main Proteins
01 -
4 boneless chicken breasts (6-8 oz each)
02 -
1 cup heavy cream
→ Flavor Base
03 -
6 cloves garlic, minced
04 -
1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
05 -
2 tablespoons olive oil
→ Essential Seasonings
06 -
1 teaspoon kosher salt
07 -
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
→ Optional Garnish
08 -
Fresh parsley, chopped
09 -
Extra Parmesan for serving
# Instructions:
01 -
Place chicken breasts between plastic wrap and pound to ¾-inch thickness. Season generously with salt and pepper on both sides. Let rest at room temperature for 15 minutes.
02 -
Heat olive oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook 5-6 minutes per side until golden and internal temperature reaches 165°F. Transfer to plate and tent with foil.
03 -
In same pan over medium heat, add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn.
04 -
Slowly pour in heavy cream while stirring, scraping up browned bits. Simmer 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened, avoiding hard boiling.
05 -
Remove from heat and gradually whisk in grated Parmesan until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
06 -
Return chicken to pan with any accumulated juices. Spoon sauce over chicken and warm through for 2-3 minutes before serving.
# Notes:
01 -
Pound chicken to even thickness for uniform cooking—prevents dry edges and raw centers.
02 -
Store leftovers up to 3 days in fridge, reheat gently with splash of cream to prevent separation.
03 -
Chicken thighs work wonderfully and are more forgiving than breasts if you prefer.
04 -
Save some pasta water if serving over noodles—helps thin sauce to perfect consistency.
# Equipment Needed:
01 -
Large skillet
02 -
meat mallet
03 -
instant-read thermometer
04 -
whisk
# Nutrition (Per Serving):
Calories: 485
Total Fat: 28g
Total Carbohydrate: 6g
Protein: 52g