Description
Parmesan Chicken with Garlic Cream Sauce is a decadent dish that elevates any meal. Juicy, seared chicken breasts are enveloped in a rich garlic cream sauce infused with freshly grated Parmesan cheese. This simple yet luxurious recipe is perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy dinner at home. Serve it over pasta or rice for a complete culinary experience that feels like fine dining without the fuss.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 5 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat, then sear chicken until golden brown (about 5 minutes per side). Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Add heavy cream, scraping up bits from the pan.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese, oregano, and lemon juice until combined.
- Return chicken to skillet, spooning the sauce over it. Transfer to the baking dish and cover with foil.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C). Serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 39 g
- Saturated Fat: 19 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 45 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg
Keywords: For a thicker sauce, allow it to simmer longer or use a cornstarch slurry for added thickness. Customize this recipe by incorporating sautéed spinach or mushrooms for extra flavor and nutrition.