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Garlic Parmesan Chicken

A delicious Garlic Parmesan Chicken recipe that will impress your family and friends
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken and Coating
  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp butter
Garlic Parmesan Sauce
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes optional
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
  • 1 tsp lemon juice

Method
 

Prepare Chicken
  1. Pound chicken breasts to even 1/2-inch thickness
  2. Combine flour, salt, pepper, and paprika in shallow dish
  3. Dredge chicken in flour mixture, shaking off excess
Cook Chicken
  1. Heat olive oil and 1 tbsp butter in large skillet over medium-high heat
  2. Add chicken and cook for 4-5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through
  3. Remove chicken and set aside on plate
Make Sauce
  1. Reduce heat to medium and add remaining 1 tbsp butter
  2. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds
  3. Pour in chicken broth to deglaze pan, scraping up browned bits
  4. Stir in cream and bring to simmer
  5. Whisk in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth
  6. Add red pepper flakes if using
  7. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened
Finish and Serve
  1. Return chicken to skillet and spoon sauce over top
  2. Simmer for 2 minutes to heat through
  3. Stir in lemon juice and parsley
  4. Adjust seasoning if needed
  5. Serve immediately with pasta, rice, or vegetables

Notes

Enjoy your delicious creation!