Description
Indulge in this decadent one-pan meal featuring tender chicken breasts smothered in a rich, aromatic garlic-infused cream sauce. This dish is perfect for a quick yet elegant dinner, utilizing fresh garlic and quality butter to create a luxurious texture. It is a restaurant-quality meal that delivers impressive depth of flavor with minimal effort, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights when you want something sophisticated, comforting, and deeply satisfying for the whole family.
Ingredients
1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
4 tbsp unsalted butter
6 cloves fresh garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
0.5 cup low-sodium chicken broth
0.5 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
1 tsp Italian seasoning
Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
Slice chicken breasts horizontally into thin cutlets and season both sides with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
Heat 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until foaming.
Sear the chicken for 4 to 5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through, then remove and set aside.
In the same skillet, melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce thickens slightly.
Return the chicken to the skillet, spooning the sauce over the top, and heat through for 1 to 2 minutes before serving.
Notes
Ensure you use fresh, high-quality grass-fed butter for the best flavor. For a thicker sauce, you can simmer it for an extra minute before adding the chicken back in. Serve over pasta, mashed potatoes, or with steamed vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Pan-searing and sauce reduction
- Cuisine: Modern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast cutlet with sauce
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 165mg