The ultimate comfort dish, this Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken is perfect for dinner tonight.
Made with simple ingredients, this creamy chicken recipe is full of flavor.
Perfectly cooked chicken coated in a creamy parmesan and garlic sauce, this recipe will become a household favorite.
Ingredients
2 large chicken breasts
Breading:
4tbsp Gluten-Free Bake Mix 2, OR almond flour (60 mL)
2 tbsp Parmesan cheese, kind in a canister (30 mL)
1/2 tsp salt (2 mL)
1/4 tsp black pepper (1 mL)
Garlic Butter Parmesan Sauce:
2 tbsp butter (30 mL)
3 tbsp crushed garlic (45 mL)
11/4 cups chicken stock (300 mL)
1 cup whipping cream (250 mL)
1/4 cup grated Mozzarella cheese (60 mL)
2 tbsp Parmesan cheese (30 mL)
1/2 tsp dried cilantro, OR dried parsley (2 mL)
2 tsp chopped fresh cilantro, OR parsley (10 mL)
How To Make Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken
Slice chicken breasts in half longitudinally. In small bowl,
combine Gluten-Free Bake Mix 2,
OR almond flour, Parmesan cheese, salt and black pepper.
Using a spoon, spoon mix on both sides of chicken cutlets.
In hot olive oil, in large frying pan, place all chicken cutlets and cook on both sides,
turning frequently until golden brown and almost cooked throughout.
Garlic Butter Parmesan Sauce: In another frying pan, in butter,
and over medium low heat stir fry garlic until turning golden.
Add chicken stock, whipping cream, Mozzarella cheese and Parmesan cheese along with dried cilantro, OR dried parsley.
Cook until cheeses are mixed in well and melted. Add chicken and cook in the sauce 1 to 2 minutes,
until the chicken is tender and white throughout when cutting into a piece.
Make sure not to overcook the chicken.
Check it! Sprinkle with chopped fresh cilantro, OR parsley and serve
To store Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken, let it cool to room temperature before transferring it to an airtight container.
Refrigerate for up to 3–4 days. When reheating, warm it gently in a pan over low heat,
adding a splash of chicken stock or cream to maintain the sauce’s creamy consistency.
You can also microwave it in short intervals, stirring in between to prevent the sauce from separating.
For longer storage, freeze the chicken and sauce in a freezer-safe container for up to 2 months, thawing in the refrigerator before reheating.
For a delicious twist on this Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken,
try using boneless thighs instead of chicken breasts for extra juiciness.
If you like a little heat, add red pepper flakes or a dash of cayenne pepper to the sauce.
You can also swap Mozzarella for Gouda or Provolone for a different cheesy depth.
To make it even heartier, toss in mushrooms, spinach, or sun-dried tomatoes.
For a crispier coating, use panko breadcrumbs instead of almond flour.
When cooking, avoid overcooking the chicken to keep it tender, and if the sauce gets too thick, simply add a bit more chicken stock or cream to reach the perfect consistency.
The nutritional content of Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken will vary based on portion sizes and ingredient substitutions.
However, a typical serving is rich in protein and healthy fats, especially if using almond flour. The dish is relatively low in carbs, making it great for keto and low-carb diets.
The whipping cream and cheese add calcium and essential fats, while garlic provides antioxidants and immune-boosting properties.
To lighten the dish, you can use half-and-half instead of heavy cream or reduce the cheese slightly.
Keep in mind that the dish is higher in calories due to the creamy sauce,
so portion control is key if you’re watching your intake.