Description
Indulge in tender chicken breasts bathed in a rich garlic-cream sauce, finished with Parmesan. A quick, gourmet meal that delivers bold flavor in under 30 minutes. Perfect for garlic lovers and adaptable for dietary needs.
Ingredients
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
2 tablespoons olive oil (or avocado oil)
1 cup heavy cream (or coconut milk for dairy-free)
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (or nutritional yeast for dairy-free)
2 tablespoons butter (or vegan butter alternative)
1/2 cup chicken broth (unsalted, optional for customization)
Instructions
Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides
Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat; add chicken
Cook 5-7 minutes per side until golden; transfer to a plate
Reduce heat to medium, add butter and garlic; sauté 1 minute until fragrant
Stir in chicken broth to deglaze the skillet
Return chicken to the skillet with sauce; pour in heavy cream
Simmer combined mixture 2-3 minutes until sauce thickens
Let chicken rest 5 minutes before slicing and serving
Notes
Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F
Adjust cream quantity to control sauce consistency
Add red pepper flakes for a spicy kick
Leftover roast chicken works well to save time
For dairy-free: substitute all butter/cream with vegan alternatives and coconut milk
Avoid overcooking to maintain tender chicken
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 25
- Category: Easy Chicken Recipes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with 1/4 cup sauce
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg