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Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken

This Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken is an incredibly easy one-skillet dish that’s packed with comforting flavors. It’s a delicious weeknight meal made simple, ready in just 30 minutes!

Cook Time
mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 2 -3
Calories: 580 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 2 chicken breasts butterflied
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 4 tablespoons Creme Fraiche
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon whole grain mustard
  • 2 teaspoons capers
  • 1 small shallot finely minced
  • 2 cloves garlic finely minced
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • ⅓ cup Parmesan Cheese grated or shredded + 2 tablespoons*
  • 2 tablespoons flour
  • 2 tablespoons parsley chopped
  • salt pepper
  • a pinch of turmeric optional

Instructions

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  1. After you butterfly chicken, you'll have 4 cutlets.
  2. Sprinkle both sides of the cutlets with salt and pepper.
  3. In a small bowl combine flour and 2 tablespoons of Parmesan cheese.
  4. Dredge chicken cutlets in flour and cheese mixture.
  5. Heat 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet and over medium heat.
  6. Add chicken and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until juices run clear.
  7. Transfer chicken on to a plate.
  8. In the same skillet heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter. Add shallot and cook for 3 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
  9. Pour in chicken broth, add Crème Fraîche, Dijon mustard, whole grain mustard and capers. Stir well.
  10. Add ½ teaspoon salt and ¼ teaspoon of pepper. When the sauce starts to boil, add ⅓ cup of Parmesan cheese and stir well.
  11. *Optional: If you want the sauce to have more intense yellow color, add a pinch of turmeric.
  12. Return chicken back into the skillet, cover with a lid and simmer for additional 5 minute.
  13. Sprinkle with parsley and serve immediately!

Notes

  • Sauce: If your sauce is not thickening, it may be due to not adding enough Parmesan cheese or not allowing it to simmer for long enough. Make sure to follow the recipe and stir well after adding the cheese. If it's still not thickening, you can mix a small amount of cornstarch with water and add it to the sauce, then simmer for a few more minutes.
  • Protein: While this recipe calls for chicken breasts, feel free to use chicken thighs or even pork chops. If you're vegetarian, this sauce would also work beautifully with tofu or your favorite meat substitute.
  • Cheese: We love the salty kick that Parmesan cheese adds to this dish, but you can also try using Pecorino Romano or Asiago for a slightly different flavor.
  • Crème Fraîche: If you don't have Crème Fraîche, you can substitute it with heavy cream or Greek yogurt. Keep in mind that the flavor and consistency may vary slightly, but it will still result in a delicious creamy sauce for your chicken.
  • Storage: Creamy garlic parmesan chicken can be kept in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Make sure to store it in an airtight container to maintain its freshness.
  • Storage: Creamy garlic parmesan chicken can be kept in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Make sure to store it in an airtight container to maintain its freshness.
  • *For dredging you can use grated or shredded Parmesan. I've used both and grated cheese sticks to the chicken a little bit better.

Nutrition Information

Calories 580kcal (29%) Carbohydrates 12g (4%) Protein 58g (116%) Fat 33g (51%) Saturated Fat 17g (85%) Polyunsaturated Fat 2g Monounsaturated Fat 9g Trans Fat 1g Cholesterol 218mg (73%) Sodium 1332mg (56%) Potassium 1015mg (29%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 3g (6%) Vitamin A 1226IU (25%) Vitamin C 10mg (11%) Calcium 270mg (27%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2-3

Amount Per Serving

Calories 580

% Daily Value*

Calories 580kcal 29%
Carbohydrates 12g 4%
Protein 58g 116%
Fat 33g 51%
Saturated Fat 17g 85%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g 12%
Monounsaturated Fat 9g 45%
Trans Fat 1g 50%
Cholesterol 218mg 73%
Sodium 1332mg 56%
Potassium 1015mg 22%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 3g 6%
Vitamin A 1226IU 25%
Vitamin C 10mg 11%
Calcium 270mg 27%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.