Description
Indulge in the rich and creamy flavors of this decadent Creamy Parmesan Chicken. Tender chicken breasts smothered in a luscious Parmesan cream sauce, this dish is a true crowd-pleaser and perfect for a cozy dinner at home.
Ingredients
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Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Sauce:
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 3/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup baby spinach (optional)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare Chicken: Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Sear in olive oil until golden and cooked through. Set aside.
- Make Sauce: In the same skillet, melt butter, sauté garlic, add broth and cream. Stir in Italian seasoning and Parmesan. Simmer until thickened.
- Finish Dish: Add spinach, return chicken to skillet, simmer in sauce. Garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
- This dish pairs well with pasta, mashed potatoes, or steamed vegetables.
- For extra flavor, consider adding sun-dried tomatoes or mushrooms to the sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop, Searing, Simmering
- Cuisine: American, Italian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 580 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 39 g
- Cholesterol: 160 mg
