Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken: A Dreamy Dinner Delight

Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken is a quick, 30-minute recipe that brings rich flavors to your table, perfect for weeknight meals.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Chicken

Cuisine: American

Calories: 520

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

2 pieces Chicken Breasts Cut into thinner cutlets for quicker cooking.
to taste Salt Essential seasoning.
to taste Pepper Essential seasoning.
2 tablespoons Olive Oil Ideal for cooking the chicken.
1 tablespoon Butter Unsalted is best for better salt control.

For the Creamy Sauce

1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic can be substituted.
1 tablespoon Flour Thickens the sauce; use cornstarch for gluten-free.
3 cloves Garlic Minced for fresh flavor.
1 cup Chicken Broth or Dry White Wine Forms the sauce base.
1 cup Heavy/Whipping Cream Creates a rich, creamy texture.
1 cup Parmesan Cheese Freshly grated for optimal melting.

For Garnishing

2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Chopped, adds color and freshness.

Equipment

skillet
Meat Thermometer

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Slice chicken breasts in half lengthwise to create thinner cutlets and season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet, then add seasoned chicken cutlets and cook for 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown.
In the same skillet, add flour to drippings and stir, then add minced garlic, chicken broth or wine, and simmer for 3-4 minutes.
Stir in heavy cream and let it bubble gently; mix in Parmesan cheese until melted and well incorporated.
Return warm chicken cutlets to the skillet and spoon sauce over, garnish with parsley, and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 520kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 36gFat: 38gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 145mgSodium: 650mgPotassium: 800mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

For meal prepping, store sauce and chicken separately to maintain textures when reheating.

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