Quick & Velvety Garlic Parmesan Chicken
Tender chicken cutlets smothered in a rich, creamy garlic parmesan sauce, perfect for a fast and flavorful weeknight meal.
Equipment
- large skillet
- wooden spoon
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into cutlets or pounded thin
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4-5 garlic, minced cloves
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped optional, for garnish
Instructions
Instructions
- Pat chicken breasts dry, season with salt and pepper, and slice or pound to an even ¾-inch thickness.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, then sear chicken for 3-5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through; remove and set aside.
- Reduce heat to medium, melt butter in the same skillet, and sauté minced garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth, scraping up browned bits, and simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream, simmer gently, then gradually add Parmesan cheese until smooth and slightly thickened, seasoning to taste.
- Return chicken to the skillet, spoon sauce over to coat, simmer for 1-2 minutes to heat through, and serve immediately, garnished with parsley if desired.
Notes
Serve this chicken dish with pasta, rice, or a side of steamed vegetables for a complete meal. Adjust the amount of garlic and Parmesan cheese to your personal preference. For an extra kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes with the garlic.