Creamy Parmesan Chicken (2024)

Creamy Parmesan Chicken is the ideal weeknight dinner solution, ready in a single skillet and under 30 minutes! Serve it up with pasta, rice, veggies, and more for a meal that’s both satisfying and sure to become a family favorite!

Why You’ll Love Creamy Parmesan Chicken

There’s nothing better than a quick chicken recipe for an easy weeknight dinner…unless it’s made in one dish! Comforting and delicious, this creamy Parmesan chicken recipe checks off all our boxes when it comes to a recipe we know the whole family will enjoy. For instance, it’s:

• High-protein and full of flavor.
• Created with minimal prep work and easy cleanup.
• Great to make in bulk to serve large crowds or enjoy throughout the week.
• Super tasty served with pasta, potatoes, rice, and more!

Ingredients You’ll Need

Rich and flavorful, this chicken dish comes together with 11 budget-friendly ingredients. Here’s what you’ll need:

• Chicken – Boneless, skinless chicken breasts work best for this dish. If desired, you can also use thighs. Just make sure to pound them out thin!
• Seasonings – Salt, pepper, and fresh parsley help enhance the rest of the ingredients.
• Butter – Butter is melted down to form the base of the creamy sauce and provide a decadent flavor.
• Flour – Used to create a sort of roux and help thicken the sauce.
• Garlic – We recommend using fresh garlic cloves and mincing them into tiny pieces. However, to save time, you can find pre-minced varieties as well.
• Broth – We use chicken broth, but vegetable broth works, too. To help control the flavor, we recommend using low-sodium varieties to avoid overpowering the dish.
• Heavy Cream – This is the secret to creating a creamy, irresistible sauce!
• Parmesan Cheese – If you can, buy a block of cheese and grate it yourself. Trust us, the flavor makes a world of difference!
• Olive Oil – This helps cook the chicken, keeping it moist.

How to Make Creamy Parmesan Chicken

This creamy parmesan chicken looks like a fancy meal straight from the kitchen of a high-end restaurant, but it’s super simple to make at home!

1. Prepare the Chicken. Place the chicken breasts in a large bag, and use a meat mallet to pound it out into thin, even pieces. Then, season each side generously.
2. Cook the Chicken. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken, flipping it over halfway through until it is fully cooked and seared on either side. Transfer the chicken to a plate.
3. Create the Sauce. In the same skillet, add the butter and garlic. Cook until fragrant, being careful not to let it burn. Add the flour, and cook, stirring continuously until it is slightly golden. Pour in the broth and heavy cream. Then, reduce the heat to medium, and whisk until the ingredients are well combined and thickened.
4. Season. Remove the skillet from the heat, and stir in the Parmesan and additional seasonings. Add the chicken back to the skillet.
5. Warm. Place the skillet back over medium-low heat, and let the ingredients simmer until the chicken is cooked through and warm.
6. Garnish. Add a sprinkle of extra seasonings and cheese, and serve warm!

Pro-Tips

Don’t Skip Preparing the Chicken! This ensures they cook quickly and evenly, keeping them tender and moist. If you don’t have a meat mallet, a heavy skillet works just as well. Or, you can also slice the breasts into bite-sized pieces.

Adjust the Seasonings. Be sure to give your recipe taste tests while cooking, and adjust the seasonings as needed to suit your preferences.

Don’t Burn the Flour. You’ll want to keep a close eye on your dry flour in the skillet, letting it cook just until it is heated through and beginning to turn golden. Any longer, and it will clump up and burn!

Serving Suggestions

This creamy parmesan chicken is one of the most versatile dishes we’ve ever made! Of course, you can enjoy it on its own, but we love to serve it over zucchini noodles, pasta, mashed potatoes, rice, or risotto.

You can also mix veggies like mushrooms, onions, peas, and broccoli into the skillet to add extra nutrients and fiber, making this a well-rounded meal!

How to Store

This recipe is great to make ahead of time and can be transferred to an airtight container and stored in the fridge for 3-5 days. Then, to warm it up, pop it in the microwave for a few minutes. Or, place it back in a skillet over medium heat until it is heated through. Unfortunately, it doesn’t freeze well. So, we don’t recommend making it more than a day or two in advance.

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