Description
This Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken recipe delivers tender chicken breasts cooked to golden perfection and smothered in a luscious garlic parmesan cream sauce. Ready in just 30 minutes, this comforting dish combines savory flavors with a silky sauce that’s perfect over pasta, rice, or vegetables, making it an ideal weeknight dinner for the whole family.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 2 chicken breasts
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
Cooking Fats
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons butter, divided
Sauce
- 6 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons dry sherry (optional)
- ¾ cup chicken broth
- 1 ¼ cups heavy cream
- ½ teaspoon Dijon mustard
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Garnish
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and slice each breast horizontally to create two even, thinner fillets to ensure quick and even cooking.
- Season and Coat: Season both sides of the chicken fillets evenly with kosher salt and black pepper. Then lightly dredge the fillets in all-purpose flour, shaking off any excess flour for a perfect light coating.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken fillets and cook for 3 to 4 minutes on each side, until they develop a golden brown crust and are cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Make the Sauce: In the same skillet, melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter. Add the finely chopped garlic and cook for 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant and softened, taking care not to burn it. Stir in the flour leftover from dredging to form a roux. Gradually whisk in the chicken broth and dry sherry (if using), then add the heavy cream, Dijon mustard, and grated Parmesan cheese. Stir continuously and simmer the sauce until it thickens to a creamy consistency, about 4 to 5 minutes.
- Finish and Serve: Return the cooked chicken fillets to the skillet with the creamy sauce. Cook together for an additional 2 to 3 minutes to warm the chicken through and meld the flavors. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving to add freshness and color. Serve immediately with your choice of sides.
Notes
- If you prefer to omit alcohol, simply leave out the dry sherry; the sauce will still be rich and flavorful.
- For a thicker sauce, simmer a few minutes longer or add a teaspoon of cornstarch slurry.
- Make sure to not overcrowd the pan when cooking the chicken to achieve a crisp, golden crust.
- This dish pairs wonderfully with pasta, mashed potatoes, or steamed vegetables.
- Use fresh garlic for the best flavor; garlic powder will not yield the same depth.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
