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One-Pan Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Skillet

A fork lifts a piece of chicken covered in rich, creamy garlic chicken sauce, garnished with parsley.
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Make this restaurant-style creamy garlic chicken skillet for a quick, comforting weeknight dinner. Tender chicken breasts simmer in a rich garlic cream sauce with Parmesan cheese.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter (for sauce)
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness, about 3/4 inch. In a shallow dish, mix the salt, pepper, garlic powder, and thyme. Dredge the chicken lightly in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
  2. Heat the olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken for 4 to 5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside on a plate.
  3. Reduce the heat to medium. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter to the skillet. Add the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Do not let the garlic burn.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Let the broth simmer and reduce slightly for 2 minutes.
  5. Stir in the heavy cream and Dijon mustard. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly, about 3 to 4 minutes.
  6. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth and creamy. Taste the sauce and adjust salt and pepper if needed.
  7. Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet. Spoon the creamy garlic sauce over the chicken. Let it simmer for 1 minute to heat through.
  8. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving. Serve this easy creamy chicken dinner immediately over rice, pasta, or with roasted vegetables.

Notes

  • For a low carb creamy chicken option, serve this skillet meal with steamed broccoli or cauliflower mash instead of rice or pasta.
  • If you want a richer flavor, use chicken thighs instead of breasts.
  • You can add a splash of white wine after the garlic cooks for extra depth in the sauce.

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