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Creamy Chicken Breast with Cream Sauce

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 550
A rich and flavorful dish featuring tender chicken breasts in a luscious cream sauce, perfect for a comforting meal.

Ingredients

Protein

  • 2-3 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (halved horizontally to create 4 pieces)

Dry Ingredients

  • 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 4 tablespoons freshly grated parmesan cheese
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cracked black pepper

Oils & Fats

  • 5 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter

Aromatics

  • 1 small onion (finely chopped)
  • 1 whole head of garlic (peeled and separated into 10-12 cloves)

Liquids

  • 1 1/4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 1/4 cups heavy cream (or half-and-half or evaporated milk)
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese

Herbs

  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (for serving)

Instructions 

  • Season chicken with salt, pepper, and garlic powder, then dredge in flour.
  • Heat oil and butter in a skillet, cook chicken until golden, then set aside.
  • Sauté onion and garlic, then add chicken broth and heavy cream, simmer to thicken.
  • Return chicken to the sauce, cook until heated through, then sprinkle with parmesan and parsley.

Notes

For a richer flavor, use freshly grated parmesan and high-quality cream.
Calories: 550kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: chicken, Cream Sauce