Description
A rich and savory dish featuring tender chicken breasts smothered in a creamy garlic sauce, perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
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For the Crust:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
1. Prepare the Crust:
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and cook chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring to combine. Add thyme and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and sauce thickens slightly, about 3-4 minutes.
- Return chicken to the skillet, spooning sauce over it. Cook for 2-3 minutes to heat through, then garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste.