Creamy Pan Fried Chicken
Creamy Pan Fried Chicken is a comforting dish that wraps your taste buds in warmth and flavor. Tender chicken breasts are seared to perfection, then enveloped in a rich, velvety sauce made with heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. This quick recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, impressing family and friends alike. Serve it with your favorite side dishes for a complete meal that everyone will love!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken until golden brown (5-7 minutes per side). Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (30 seconds).
- Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese and lemon juice until combined; let thicken slightly (3-5 minutes).
- Return chicken to the skillet, coating well in the sauce. Garnish with parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Customize by adding spinach or mushrooms for extra nutrition. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days; reheat gently over low heat for tenderness.