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Easy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Recipe For Dinner

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In Part 3 of making Easy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Recipe For Dinner, let’s walk through the hands-on cooking technique so your texture turns out restaurant-worthy at home.

Easy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Recipe For Dinner — Step-by-Step Visual Guide (Page 3)
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First, season and sear the chicken. Don’t overcrowd the pan—give each breast room to get that golden crust. I use medium-high heat and let it cook undisturbed for 5-6 minutes per side. That’s the secret to juicy, not dry, chicken.

Then, build the sauce right in the same skillet. Deglaze with broth, scrape up those browned bits, and whisk in cream and Parmesan. Watch it bubble and thicken—it only takes a few minutes. Return the chicken, spoon that glorious sauce over, and dinner is ready.

Head to Page 4 for my Make-Ahead, Storage & Reheating Tips plus what to serve alongside this dish!

Easy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Recipe For Dinner
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Easy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Recipe For Dinner

Juicy, golden chicken breasts simmered in a rich garlic-Parmesan cream sauce. It's the kind of dinner that feels fancy but comes together in one skillet, and my family asks for it every week.

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Prep Time10 mins
Cook Time25 mins
Total Time35 mins
Servings4 servings
CourseMain Course
Calories410 kcal

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🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Season the chicken breasts on both sides with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 5-6 minutes per side, until golden and cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F). Remove chicken to a plate.
  3. In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits. Stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Let the sauce simmer for 3-4 minutes until it thickens slightly.
  5. Return the chicken to the skillet, spoon sauce over the top, and simmer for 2 more minutes. Garnish with parsley and serve warm.

👩🍳 Chef Elena’s Kitchen Notes & Storage

For extra flavor, try adding a teaspoon of Italian seasoning or a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 2 months—just reheat gently on the stovetop.

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Estimated Nutrition (Per Serving):
Calories: 410 kcalProtein: 35gCarbs: 12gFat: 24gFiber: 1g
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Chef Elena Rossi

Ciao, I'm Elena! Trained in Florence and based in Chicago, I founded RecipesTo Kitchen (and our @recipestokitchen Pinterest community of 296,580+ monthly home cooks) to share foolproof weeknight dinners, cozy one-pot pastas, and bakery-style desserts that work on the very first try.