This rich and creamy chicken dish is a perfect comfort meal. Tender chicken is cooked in a flavorful, creamy sauce infused with garlic, herbs, and a touch of spice. It’s simple to make and pairs beautifully with pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prep the chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, paprika, thyme, oregano, and onion powder on both sides.
- Cook the chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 5-6 minutes on each side until browned and cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside.
- Make the sauce: In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Pour in the chicken broth and stir, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.
- Add the cream: Slowly stir in the heavy cream and bring the mixture to a simmer. Let it cook for 3-4 minutes until the sauce starts to thicken.
- Add the Parmesan: Stir in the Parmesan cheese until fully melted and the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.
- Combine: Return the chicken to the skillet and spoon the sauce over the chicken. Simmer for an additional 3-5 minutes to ensure the chicken absorbs the creamy flavors.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot with your favorite side dish.
Feel free to tweak this according to your preferences!