Description
Delicious Garlic Parmesan Chicken featuring tender, seared chicken breasts smothered in a creamy garlic and Parmesan sauce. This recipe blends aromatic herbs, white wine, and a rich sauce perfect for pairing with mashed potatoes and roasted vegetables, creating an elegant yet easy-to-make dinner.
Ingredients
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Sauce Ingredients
- 1 ¾ cups chicken broth
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon mustard powder
- 1 teaspoon honey
- ½ chicken bouillon cube
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon oregano
- ½ teaspoon basil
- ½ teaspoon parsley
Chicken
- 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 2 teaspoons parsley
- 1–2 tablespoons olive oil
Additional Ingredients
- ¾ cup dry white wine
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 tablespoons flour
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Prepare Sauce Mixture: Combine chicken broth, heavy cream, Worcestershire sauce, mustard powder, honey, chicken bouillon cube, onion powder, oregano, basil, and parsley in a large measuring cup with a spout. Set aside.
- Slice and Pound Chicken: Slice each chicken breast in half lengthwise to create 2-3 thinner slices. Cover with saran wrap and pound with the textured side of a meat mallet until about ½ inch thick.
- Season Chicken: Season both sides of the chicken slices with salt, pepper, and 2 teaspoons of parsley evenly.
- Sear Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken slices in batches for 4-5 minutes per side until a golden crust forms. Remove and set aside.
- Deglaze Skillet with Wine and Garlic: Turn off heat briefly, then add the white wine to the skillet. Set heat back to medium and use a silicone spatula to scrape up the fond from the skillet bottom and sides. Bring to a gentle simmer and reduce wine for 2 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for another 2-3 minutes until the liquid is reduced by half.
- Create Roux Base: Add butter and flour to the skillet and stir well to combine. Cook for 1-2 minutes to eliminate raw flour taste.
- Add Sauce Mixture: Gradually add the prepared sauce mixture in small splashes while stirring continuously. Bring to a boil then reduce heat to a simmer. Let sauce reduce and thicken for about 8 minutes.
- Incorporate Parmesan and Lemon: Lower heat to low and slowly sprinkle in grated Parmesan cheese, stirring constantly to melt and blend the cheese into the sauce smoothly. Stir in fresh lemon juice.
- Finish and Serve: Return the seared chicken to the skillet and spoon sauce over the chicken. Heat through for about 5 minutes or until the sauce reaches your desired thickness. Garnish with extra parsley. Serve alongside mashed potatoes and roasted vegetables of choice.
Notes
- Use a dry white wine such as Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio for best flavor; avoid cooking wines.
- Pounding the chicken to an even thickness ensures uniform cooking and juicy texture.
- Be careful not to overcook the chicken during searing to maintain tenderness.
- If desired, substitute chicken broth with low sodium broth to reduce salt content.
- This sauce can be prepared ahead and reheated gently before adding chicken.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Garlic Parmesan Chicken, Creamy Chicken, Chicken with Garlic Sauce, Easy Dinner Chicken Recipe, Sautéed Chicken with Parmesan
