Creamy Herb Chicken in Sauce
Tender chicken breasts simmered in a rich, creamy herb-infused sauce, perfect for pairing with pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes. A comforting and elegant meal for any night of the week.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Seared
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley or mixed herbs for garnish
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for 5-6 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and melt butter. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in heavy cream, chicken broth, Parmesan cheese, basil, thyme, and oregano. Simmer for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Return the chicken to the skillet and spoon sauce over the top. Simmer for another 3-5 minutes to heat through.
- Garnish with fresh herbs and serve warm.
Notes
- Use fresh herbs if available for enhanced flavor.
- Pound chicken breasts to even thickness for more uniform cooking.
- Can be served over pasta, mashed potatoes, or rice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 135mg
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