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A close-up macro shot of a tender piece of chicken breast smothered in a thick, creamy garlic parmesan sauce with flecks of parsley.

Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken (The Ultimate 30-Minute Recipe)

This Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken recipe delivers a restaurant-quality meal in just 30 minutes. Tender chicken breasts are smothered in a rich, velvety garlic parmesan sauce for the perfect easy weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian-American
Calories: 580
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts about 6 oz each, pounded to 1/2-inch thickness
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour for dredging
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 6 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 3/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • 1 Large Skillet A 12-inch skillet works best.
  • 1 Whisk

Method
 

  1. Pat the chicken breasts dry. In a shallow dish, combine the flour, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Dredge each chicken breast in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  3. Reduce the heat to medium. Add the remaining tablespoon of butter to the skillet. Once melted, add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30-60 seconds, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth, scraping the bottom of the pan to release any browned bits. Bring to a simmer and allow it to reduce slightly, about 2 minutes. Stir in the heavy cream.
  5. Reduce the heat to low. Gradually whisk in the grated Parmesan cheese until it has completely melted and the sauce is smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Return the chicken to the skillet. Spoon the sauce over the chicken and let it simmer for 1-2 minutes for the flavors to meld. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

Tip 1: For the creamiest sauce, use freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Pre-shredded cheese contains anti-caking agents that can make the sauce grainy.
Tip 2: Pound the chicken to an even thickness to ensure it cooks evenly and stays juicy.
Tip 3: Don't overheat the sauce after adding the cream and cheese, as this can cause it to separate.