Tender pan-seared chicken in a creamy garlic-Parmesan sauce, all made in one skillet. A simple, comforting meal that’s full of bold flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 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, sliced thin
1/2 cup chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
3/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1 cup baby spinach (optional)
1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes (optional)
Pinch of red pepper flakes (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.
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Sear chicken for 4–5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
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Lower heat, add remaining butter and garlic. Sauté for 1–2 minutes until soft.
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Pour in chicken broth, scrape the pan, and simmer for 1 minute.
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Stir in cream and let it simmer 2–3 minutes.
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Add Parmesan, stir until fully melted and smooth.
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Return chicken to the skillet and simmer 3–4 minutes.
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Add spinach or sun-dried tomatoes if using. Serve hot.