Parmesan Chicken with Garlic Cream Sauce
Parmesan Chicken with Garlic Cream Sauce is a comforting dish that transforms ordinary chicken into an extraordinary meal. Tender, boneless chicken breasts are coated in a crispy Parmesan crust and served in a rich, velvety garlic cream sauce. This recipe is perfect for family dinners or impressing guests with minimal effort. Pair it with pasta or roasted vegetables for a complete dining experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season both sides of the chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil. Sear the chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat, add minced garlic, and cook until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Pour in heavy cream while stirring continuously. Gradually add Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth; adjust seasoning as needed.
- Return the seared chicken to the skillet, spoon sauce over it, then bake uncovered for about 15-20 minutes until cooked through.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (200g)
- Calories: 530
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 910mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 43g
- Cholesterol: 145mg