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Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Recipe

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  • Author: Diane
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Description

Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken is a delicious and comforting dish featuring tender chicken breasts coated in a savory garlic-parmesan flour mixture, pan-seared until golden, and cooked in a rich, creamy garlic parmesan sauce. Perfect for a satisfying family dinner, this recipe combines the flavors of garlic, Parmesan cheese, and a touch of herbs to create a luscious sauce served best over rice, mashed potatoes, pasta, or cauliflower mash.

Ingredients

Chicken

  • 3 chicken breasts (halved horizontally and pounded with a meat mallet)
  • 4 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 5 tbsp finely grated Parmesan cheese (for dredging)
  • 2 tsp garlic salt
  • ½ tsp ground black pepper
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp salted butter

Sauce

  • ½ small onion, finely diced
  • 2 tbsp minced garlic
  • 1¼ cup chicken broth
  • 1¼ cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp garlic salt
  • 1 tsp dried parsley
  • 3 tsp cornstarch (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prep the chicken: Slice the chicken breasts in half horizontally to create thinner pieces. Use a meat mallet to pound the chicken to an even thickness, ensuring uniform cooking and browning.
  2. Coat the chicken: In a shallow bowl, combine flour, 5 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, 2 teaspoons garlic salt, and ½ teaspoon black pepper. Dredge each piece of chicken in the mixture, shaking off excess flour.
  3. Brown the chicken: Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the coated chicken breasts and cook 5-6 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F). Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
  4. Sauté the aromatics: Lower the heat to medium and add finely diced onions to the skillet. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring often. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently to avoid burning.
  5. Deglaze the pan: Pour the chicken broth into the skillet and use a spoon to scrape up all the browned bits from the pan bottom. This adds depth and flavor to the sauce. Simmer on medium-low for 5 minutes to reduce slightly.
  6. Make the creamy sauce: Stir in the heavy cream and simmer on medium-low for 3 minutes. Add the remaining 1 cup Parmesan cheese, 1 teaspoon garlic salt, and dried parsley. If the sauce seems too thin, mix 3 teaspoons of cornstarch with 3 teaspoons of sauce in a small bowl to make a slurry, then add back into the skillet. Stir well and continue to simmer 2-3 minutes until thickened.
  7. Finish the dish: Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet and let them warm through in the sauce for a few minutes to absorb the flavors.
  8. Serve: Plate the chicken and spoon the creamy garlic Parmesan sauce over it. Garnish with additional parsley if desired. Serve with rice, mashed potatoes, pasta, or cauliflower mash for a complete meal.

Notes

  • For even cooking, ensure the chicken breasts are properly pounded to an equal thickness before cooking.
  • Check the internal temperature of the chicken to guarantee it reaches 165°F for safety.
  • The cornstarch slurry is optional but helps thicken the sauce if you prefer a richer consistency.
  • You can substitute the Parmesan with Pecorino Romano for a sharper flavor.
  • Use low-sodium chicken broth if you want to lower the sodium content in the dish.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://eatwithdiane.com/creamy-garlic-parmesan-chicken-recipe/