This Creamy Herb Chicken Breast is a quick and comforting dinner made with tender chicken simmered in a rich garlic herb Parmesan cream sauce. The combination of simple ingredients creates a flavorful meal perfect for easy weeknight dinners or comforting family meals.
This creamy chicken recipe is ready in just 30 minutes and delivers restaurant-style flavor with minimal effort.
Ingredients
- 2 large chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp dried Italian herbs
- salt and black pepper to taste
Optional garnish:
- extra parsley
- cracked black pepper
Instructions
1. Season the chicken
Pat chicken breasts dry and season with salt, black pepper, and Italian herbs.
2. Sear the chicken
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken breasts for 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown.
Remove from skillet and set aside.
3. Prepare the creamy herb sauce
In the same skillet, add minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring gently.
Add Parmesan cheese and parsley, then cook until the sauce becomes smooth and slightly thick.
4. Combine and simmer
Return chicken to the skillet and simmer for 5–7 minutes until fully cooked and coated with the creamy herb sauce.
5. Serve
Slice the chicken and spoon the creamy sauce over the top. Garnish with extra parsley if desired.
Serve warm.
Nutrition Information (approx.)
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 3
High protein
Comfort food
Quick dinner
