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Creamy Herb Chicken Skillet

Creamy Herb Chicken Skillet

  • Author: Amelia
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Creamy Herb Chicken Skillet is a one-pan dinner combining tender chicken with a rich, velvety cream sauce infused with fresh herbs and Parmesan cheese. This comforting and versatile recipe comes together quickly, making it perfect for weeknights or special occasions, and can be easily customized with different herbs or vegetables to suit your taste.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 4 chicken breasts or thighs, seasoned with salt and pepper

Cooking Fat

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter

Flavorings

  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh herbs (thyme, parsley, or rosemary), chopped

Sauce

  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Seasonings

  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Chicken: Start by seasoning the chicken breasts or thighs generously with salt and pepper. This helps develop flavor and creates a tasty crust during searing.
  2. Sear the Chicken: Heat olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken and set aside.
  3. Make the Herb Cream Sauce: Reduce heat to medium, add minced garlic and chopped fresh herbs to the same skillet. Sauté until fragrant. Stir in chicken broth and heavy cream, letting the sauce simmer gently until it thickens slightly.
  4. Finish the Dish: Stir in freshly grated Parmesan cheese until melted. Return the chicken to the skillet and coat it in the creamy herb sauce. Let everything heat together for a minute to meld the flavors.

Notes

  • Properly sear your chicken by ensuring the skillet is hot before adding it to get a perfect golden crust.
  • Use fresh herbs rather than dried to add brightness and freshness.
  • Do not overcook the chicken; remove it when internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) for juicy, tender meat.
  • Simmer the sauce gently on low heat to prevent the cream from curdling.
  • Use quality Parmesan cheese, freshly grated, for best texture and taste.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Skillet Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 550mg
  • Fat: 30g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 13g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 5g
  • Fiber: 0.5g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 110mg

Keywords: Creamy herb chicken, one-pan chicken recipe, creamy chicken skillet, easy chicken dinner, herb chicken skillet

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