Description
A quick and comforting skillet chicken dish with a silky garlic Parmesan cream sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, halved horizontally
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (for the sauce)
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (for topping)
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (plus more to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Lightly season both sides of each chicken breast with salt and black pepper. If pieces are uneven, gently pound to about 1/2 inch thickness.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high and add olive oil and butter. Let the butter foam.
- Sear the chicken for 4–5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Transfer to a plate.
- Reduce heat to medium and add minced garlic. Sauté until fragrant, about 30–60 seconds.
- Pour in chicken broth and scrape up browned bits. Let simmer for 1–2 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream and Italian seasoning, bringing to a gentle simmer.
- Whisk in Parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth, about 1–2 minutes.
- Return chicken to the skillet and spoon sauce over it. Top with remaining Parmesan.
- Cover and cook on low for 1–2 minutes to warm through.
- Garnish with parsley and serve immediately over starch of choice.
Notes
Use half-and-half for a lighter sauce. Boneless skinless thighs also work well. Freshly grated Parmesan is recommended for best texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: Italian