Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken (2024)

Why you’ll love it

I’m thrilled to bring you this easy chicken recipe that has all my favorite flavors. Garlic. Parmesan. Juicy chicken. A creamy sauce. What more could you want? I think you will enjoy how simple it is to throw together on any old weeknight, even without an occasion!

No one can resist the garlic and parmesan in the luscious cream sauce. It’s lick-your-plate kind of good. If you’re thinking of hosting a dinner party, this is a fantastic chicken recipe for the menu since it’s really stress free to put together and will impress everyone.

What you’ll need

• Chicken – we’re using boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• Garlic powder, salt & pepper – for seasoning the chicken cutlets to directly infuse flavor
• Olive oil and butter – for sautéing
• Flour – it thickens the sauce
• Garlic – we’re using 3 cloves, but if you’re a big fan, go ahead and add more
• Chicken broth – adds more savory depth, or use white wine for a fancy touch
• Heavy cream – for that luxurious taste and texture
• Parmesan cheese – I highly recommend grating your own for best results. It tastes and melts a lot better!
• Parsley – a pop of freshness

How to make creamy garlic parmesan chicken

This is an overview with step-by-step photos. Full ingredients & instructions are in the recipe card below.

Cut the chicken breasts in half lengthwise to make four thinner cutlets. Season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Pan fry it until it’s cooked through, then transfer to a plate. To the same skillet, add the flour and garlic.

Cook for a minute, and scrape up the browned bits. Whisk in the broth until the flour has dissolved, then stir in the cream. Let it gently bubble until it’s reduced to your liking, and take it off the heat.

Stir in the parmesan, and whisk until it’s melted in. Add the chicken back to the pan, spoon the sauce over top, and garnish with chopped parsley if desired. Season with extra salt & pepper if necessary.