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One-Skillet Garlic Parmesan Chicken

  • Author: maria_scott
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

A quick, one-skillet meal prep favorite featuring juicy chicken breasts in a rich, creamy garlic and parmesan sauce. This dish is designed to stay moist and flavorful for up to four days in the fridge.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 4–5 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese (Parmigiano-Reggiano recommended)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Pat chicken breasts dry and season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Pound to an even 1/2-inch thickness.
  2. Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove to a plate.
  3. Reduce heat to medium. Add remaining 1 tablespoon butter, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in chicken broth to deglaze the pan, scraping up browned bits. Simmer for 2 minutes.
  5. Stir in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
  6. Reduce heat to low and gradually whisk in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
  7. Return chicken to the skillet, nestling into the sauce. Cover and simmer on low for 5-7 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F.
  8. Remove from heat and let rest in the sauce for 5 minutes. Garnish with parsley and serve.

Notes

Pat chicken dry before searing to ensure browning. Do not boil the sauce vigorously after adding cheese to prevent separation. If the sauce breaks, whisk in a splash of cold water or cream. For a thicker sauce, simmer uncovered for an extra 2-3 minutes.

  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken breast wit
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 1
  • Sodium: 600
  • Fat: 25
  • Saturated Fat: 12
  • Carbohydrates: 3
  • Protein: 40

Keywords: garlic parmesan chicken, meal prep, one skillet, creamy chicken, easy dinner, gluten-free, high protein

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