CREAMY GARLIC BUTTER PARMESAN CHICKEN

Here’s a delicious recipe for Creamy Garlic Butter Parmesan Chicken:

Ingredients:

For the Chicken:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1 cup all-purpose flour (for dredging)
• 4 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons olive oil

For the Sauce:

• 5 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for a bit of heat)
• 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, or to taste
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Chicken:
   • Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
   • Dredge each chicken breast in the flour, shaking off any excess.
2. Cook the Chicken:
   • In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt the butter and add the olive oil.
   • Once hot, add the chicken breasts and cook for about 5-7 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. The internal temperature should reach 165°F (75°C).
   • Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
3. Make the Sauce:
   • In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute, until fragrant.
   • Pour in the chicken broth, scraping up any brown bits from the bottom of the skillet.
   • Reduce the heat to medium and add the heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine.
   • Let the sauce simmer for about 5-7 minutes, or until it thickens slightly.
4. Combine Chicken and Sauce:
   • Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning the sauce over the top.
   • Let the chicken simmer in the sauce for another 5 minutes to absorb the flavors.
5. Serve:
   • Garnish with fresh chopped parsley.
   • Serve the creamy garlic butter Parmesan chicken over pasta, rice, or with a side of vegetables.

Tips:

• For an extra layer of flavor, you can add a splash of white wine to the sauce before adding the heavy cream.
• Adjust the amount of garlic and Parmesan to your taste preferences.
• If you want a thicker sauce, mix 1 teaspoon of cornstarch with 2 teaspoons of water to create a slurry, then add it to the sauce and stir until it thickens.

Enjoy your creamy garlic butter Parmesan chicken!