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50 Delicious & Easy Dinner Recipes for Busy Weeknights

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  • Author: simplemealsbykim
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: One Pot/One Pan
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This creamy garlic parmesan chicken is a quick, one-pan dinner that’s packed with flavor. Juicy chicken breasts are simmered in a rich, garlicky parmesan sauce that pairs perfectly with pasta, rice, or steamed veggies. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s a weeknight win.


Ingredients

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 cup heavy cream

  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese

  • 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning

  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped


Instructions

  1. Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.

  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

  3. Add the chicken and cook for 5-6 minutes on each side, or until golden and cooked through. Remove from pan and set aside.

  4. In the same pan, add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute.

  5. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.

  6. Stir in parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes.

  7. Return the chicken to the pan and spoon sauce over it.

  8. Simmer for 5 minutes until sauce thickens slightly.

  9. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve.


Notes

  • Swap chicken breasts for thighs if you prefer.

  • Great served over pasta or mashed potatoes.

  • Double the sauce if you like it extra creamy.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
  • Calories: 480
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 420mg
  • Fat: 34g
  • Saturated Fat: 17g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 3g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 39g
  • Cholesterol: 150mg