Recipe: Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken

 

Ingredients:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. Season Chicken: Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.

3. Sear Chicken: In a large oven-safe skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken breasts to the skillet and cook until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.

4. Prepare Sauce: In the same skillet, add minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in the chicken broth and deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.

5. Simmer Sauce: Allow the chicken broth to simmer and reduce slightly, about 5 minutes. Stir in the heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning until the sauce is smooth and creamy.

6. Return Chicken: Return the seared chicken breasts to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce.

7. Bake Chicken: Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

8. Garnish and Serve: Once the chicken is cooked, garnish with freshly chopped parsley for a pop of color and flavor.

9. Serve: Serve the creamy garlic Parmesan chicken hot, spooning extra sauce over the top, and pair with your favorite side dishes such as pasta, rice, or roasted vegetables.

10. Enjoy: Enjoy the delicious flavors of tender chicken smothered in creamy garlic Parmesan sauce!

This Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken recipe is sure to become a family favorite for its rich flavors and comforting appeal. Bon appétit!