Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Recipe: A Family-Friendly Meal for Easy Dinner Nights
A rich, garlicky one-skillet dish featuring crispy chicken breasts and a velvety parmesan sauce. Quick to make, customizable, and perfect for families or weeknight comfort food.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 25
- Total Time: 35
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: quick
- Method: Pan-searing/Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Standard
Ingredients
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 ½ cups freshly grated parmesan cheese
½ cup all-purpose flour or gluten-free flour
2 tbsp unsalted butter or olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup whole milk
2 cups heavy cream
1 tsp Italian seasoning
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper
Optional: chopped fresh thyme for garnish
Instructions
Season chicken breasts with ½ tsp salt and pepper
Dredge chicken in flour, shaking off excess
Heat skillet with butter or oil over medium heat
Cook chicken 4-5 minutes per side until golden; set aside
Add garlic to the same skillet and sauté for 1 minute
Mix in 1 tbsp parmesan and remaining flour to form a roux
Gradually whisk in milk and cream; simmer, stirring constantly
Add remaining parmesan, Italian seasoning, and ½ tsp salt
Simmer 3-5 minutes until sauce thickens
Return chicken to the sauce and cook 2-3 minutes
Notes
Use gluten-free flour for a dietary-friendly option
For vegetarian version, substitute chicken with zucchini or eggplant and skip cooking step for chicken
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days
Can freeze for 1-2 months, refrigerate cream-based sauces separately
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with ½ cup sauce
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 2300mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 180mg