Creamy Garlic Chicken with Parmesan

Here’s a Creamy Garlic Chicken with Parmesan recipe that’s rich, flavorful, and easy enough for a weeknight dinner but delicious enough for guests.

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🧄 Creamy Garlic Chicken with Parmesan

🍗 Ingredients:

For the Chicken:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)

• Salt and pepper to taste

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 1 tbsp butter

For the Sauce:

• 4–5 garlic cloves, minced

• 1 cup chicken broth

• 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half for a lighter version)

• ¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese

• 1 tsp Italian seasoning

• Salt and pepper to taste

• 1 tbsp chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)

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🍳 Instructions:

1. Prepare the Chicken:

   • Season both sides of the chicken with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.

   • Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

   • Sear the chicken for 4–6 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside.

2. Make the Sauce:

   • In the same pan, lower the heat to medium and add minced garlic. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.

   • Add chicken broth and scrape any brown bits off the bottom of the pan.

   • Stir in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.

   • Add Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning, stirring until the sauce is smooth and thickened (about 3–5 minutes).

3. Combine & Serve:

   • Return the chicken to the pan and spoon the sauce over the top.

   • Simmer for another 2–3 minutes until everything is heated through.

   • Garnish with parsley and serve!

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🍽️ Serving Suggestions:

• Over pasta, mashed potatoes, or rice

• With a side of roasted vegetables or steamed broccoli

• Crusty bread to mop up the sauce

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Would you like a version with mushrooms, spinach, or sun-dried tomatoes added in?