A simple yet delicious recipe for creamy Parmesan chicken that is sure to impress your family and friends.
Author:Lorenzo Bonucci
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:25 minutes
Total Time:40 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Main Course
Method:Skillet
Cuisine:Italian
Diet:Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, about 600–700 g total
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
30 g all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons olive oil
30 g butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
250 ml chicken broth
250 ml heavy cream
80 g finely grated Parmesan cheese
½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
¼ teaspoon paprika
¼ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon salt, or to taste
60 g baby spinach, optional
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
Pat the chicken breasts dry. If they are very thick, carefully slice them horizontally or pound them to an even thickness. Season both sides with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning. Lightly coat the chicken with flour, shaking off the excess.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for about 4–5 minutes per side, until golden brown. Transfer the chicken to a plate. It does not need to be completely cooked through yet.
Reduce the heat to medium. Add the butter to the same skillet. Add the minced garlic and cook for about 30–60 seconds, just until fragrant. Don’t let the garlic burn.
Pour in the chicken broth and scrape the browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Simmer for 2–3 minutes. Reduce the heat to medium-low and add the heavy cream, Italian seasoning, paprika, and black pepper. Simmer gently for 3–4 minutes. Gradually stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.
Return the chicken and any juices from the plate to the skillet. Spoon the sauce over the chicken. Cover and simmer gently for 5–8 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 74°C.
If using spinach, stir it into the sauce during the final 1–2 minutes of cooking. Taste and adjust the salt and pepper as needed.
Garnish with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan.
Notes
Ensure the chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 74°C for safety.
Feel free to add more vegetables like mushrooms or bell peppers for added flavor.