Creamy Parmesan Chicken: Easy Comfort Food for Any Night
Indulge in this creamy and flavorful parmesan chicken dish that is perfect for any weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Pan-fry
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless chicken breasts
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then add them to the skillet. Cook until golden brown on both sides.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Add the chicken back to the skillet and coat with the sauce.
- Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- This recipe can be served with pasta or rice for a more filling meal.
- Adjust the amount of garlic based on your preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Creamy Parmesan Chicken, Chicken Recipes, Comfort Food