Description
This Garlic Parmesan Chicken is a flavorful, creamy dish featuring tender chicken breasts simmered in a rich garlic and wine sauce, infused with Parmesan cheese and fresh herbs. It’s perfect for a comforting dinner quickly made with simple ingredients, delivering bold flavors and a luscious texture.
Ingredients
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Sauce
- 1 3/4 cups chicken broth
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon mustard powder
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1/2 chicken bouillon cube
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
Chicken/Other
- 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 teaspoons chopped fresh parsley (plus extra for garnish)
- 1–2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3/4 cup dry white wine
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Prepare the sauce: Combine chicken broth, heavy cream, Worcestershire sauce, mustard powder, honey, chicken bouillon cube, onion powder, oregano, basil, and parsley in a measuring cup with a spout. Stir to combine and set aside.
- Prepare the chicken: Slice each chicken breast in half lengthwise to create thinner cutlets. Cover with plastic wrap and gently pound to ½ inch thickness using a meat mallet or rolling pin. Season both sides with salt, pepper, and chopped parsley.
- Cook the chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken in batches for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Deglaze the pan: Turn off heat. Pour in white wine to deglaze, then turn heat to medium. Use a spatula to scrape up browned bits (fond) from the pan. Bring to a gentle bubble and reduce wine for 2 minutes.
- Cook garlic and sauce: Add minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes until fragrant. Stir in butter and flour, cooking for 1-2 minutes to eliminate raw flour taste. Gradually add the prepared sauce mixture in small splashes, stirring continuously. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 8 minutes to thicken.
- Add cheese and lemon: Reduce heat to low. Gradually stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and incorporated. Stir in lemon juice.
- Finish cooking: Return chicken to skillet, spoon sauce over the top, and simmer for 5 minutes until heated through and sauce has thickened to your liking. Garnish with additional chopped parsley and serve.
Notes
- You can substitute chicken breasts with chicken thighs for a juicier result.
- For a thicker sauce, simmer a few additional minutes until desired consistency is reached.
- Pair with mashed potatoes, rice, or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
- Use fresh herbs when possible for the best flavor; dried herbs can be used but at half the amount.
- If you prefer a less creamy sauce, reduce the heavy cream by half.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 750 mg
- Fat: 26 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 42 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg
