{"id":388,"date":"2026-03-28T06:21:16","date_gmt":"2026-03-28T06:21:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/?p=388"},"modified":"2026-03-28T06:21:16","modified_gmt":"2026-03-28T06:21:16","slug":"creamy-herb-chicken-breast-easy-creamy-chicken-dinner","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/?p=388","title":{"rendered":"Creamy Herb Chicken Breast (Easy Creamy Chicken Dinner)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"512\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_6442.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-389\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_6442.jpeg 512w, https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_6442-240x300.jpeg 240w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This creamy chicken recipe is ready in just 30 minutes and delivers restaurant-style flavor with minimal effort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Ingredients<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>2 large chicken breasts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2 tbsp olive oil<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>3 garlic cloves, minced<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 cup heavy cream<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00bd cup chicken broth<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00bd cup grated Parmesan cheese<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 tsp dried Italian herbs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>salt and black pepper to taste<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Optional garnish:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>extra parsley<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>cracked black pepper<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Instructions<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>1. Season the chicken<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Pat chicken breasts dry and season with salt, black pepper, and Italian herbs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>2. Sear the chicken<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken breasts for 4\u20135 minutes per side until golden brown.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Remove from skillet and set aside.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>3. Prepare the creamy herb sauce<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the same skillet, add minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring gently.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Add Parmesan cheese and parsley, then cook until the sauce becomes smooth and slightly thick.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>4. Combine and simmer<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Return chicken to the skillet and simmer for 5\u20137 minutes until fully cooked and coated with the creamy herb sauce.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>5. Serve<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Slice the chicken and spoon the creamy sauce over the top. Garnish with extra parsley if desired.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Serve warm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Nutrition Information (approx.)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Prep Time: 10 minutes<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Cook Time: 20 minutes<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Total Time: 30 minutes<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Servings: 3<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>High protein<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Comfort food<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Quick dinner<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>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. 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