Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh chopped parsley (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Slice chicken breasts in half horizontally or pound them to an even thickness. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chicken and sear until golden brown and cooked through, about 4–5 minutes per side. Remove from skillet.
- Lower heat to medium-low; add butter and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Pour in heavy cream while stirring to deglaze the pan. Add Parmesan cheese and simmer until thickened (about 3–5 minutes).
- Return chicken to the skillet, simmering for an additional 2–3 minutes to heat through.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (200g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 150mg