A creamy, flavorful chicken skillet featuring seared chicken in a rich garlic-Parmesan cream sauce. Perfect for a cozy dinner with minimal cleanup.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
Salt and pepper to taste
1/2 tsp paprika
1 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp unsalted butter, divided
6 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
1/2 cup chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
3/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1 cup fresh spinach (optional)
1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes (optional)
Red pepper flakes to taste (optional)
Instructions
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Season chicken with salt, pepper, and paprika.
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Heat oil and 1 tbsp butter in a skillet over medium-high heat.
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Sear chicken 4–5 minutes per side until cooked through. Remove and set aside.
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Reduce heat. Add remaining butter and garlic, cook 1–2 minutes.
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Add broth, deglaze pan, and simmer 1 minute.
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Stir in cream, cook 2–3 minutes to thicken.
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Add Parmesan, stir until fully melted.
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Return chicken to skillet, simmer 3–4 minutes.
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Add spinach or sun-dried tomatoes if using. Serve warm.