Creamy Parmesan Chicken
This Creamy Parmesan Chicken is a simple and easy recipe that is works great as a weeknight dinner that everybody will love!
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken breasts,
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ cup butter
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 tablespoons flour
- 1 cup chicken broth
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon italian seasoning
- 1 cup parmesan cheese, grated
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts on both sides with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook for 6–7 minutes per side, or until golden and cooked through. Transfer to a plate and cover to keep warm.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Sprinkle flour over the garlic and whisk for 1 minute to form a roux.
- Slowly pour in the chicken broth while whisking constantly to remove lumps.
- Add heavy cream and Italian seasoning, stirring until smooth and slightly thickened.
- Stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- Return chicken to the skillet and spoon sauce over the top. Simmer for 2–3 minutes until heated through.
- Serve warm with pasta, mashed potatoes, or roasted vegetables.
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Notes
- Don’t overcook the chicken: Remove it from the pan once it reaches 165°F to keep it juicy and tender.
- Make a smooth sauce: Whisk continuously when adding broth and cream to avoid lumps.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan: Pre-shredded cheese doesn’t melt as well and can make the sauce grainy.
- Adjust thickness: If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of chicken broth; if too thin, simmer a few extra minutes.
- Boost the flavor: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for gentle heat or a squeeze of lemon for brightness.
- Serving ideas: Serve over fettuccine, mashed potatoes, or roasted cauliflower for a lower-carb option.
- Reheat gently: Warm over low heat and add a splash of cream to keep the sauce silky.
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