Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Bake
A rich and indulgent chicken bake with creamy garlic sauce and golden Parmesan crust, perfect for busy weeknights or hosting dinner guests.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 4–5 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Breadcrumbs (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Set aside.
- In a skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Lower the heat and whisk in 1 cup of heavy cream. Gradually stir in 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese until fully melted and smooth. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Pour a thin layer of the sauce into a 9×13-inch baking dish. Place the chicken breasts on top, then pour the remaining sauce evenly over the chicken.
- Optional: Sprinkle breadcrumbs mixed with extra Parmesan over the top for a crunchy crust.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the top is golden and bubbly.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
[‘Sauté garlic slowly to bring out its sweetness and prevent bitterness.’, ‘Use freshly grated Parmesan for better melting and flavor.’, ‘Check chicken doneness with a meat thermometer (165°F/74°C).’, ‘Customize the crust with crushed crackers or skip breadcrumbs for a gluten-free option.’, ‘If the sauce is too thin, add a tablespoon of flour or cornstarch while whisking over medium heat.’]
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast wit
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 600
- Fat: 30
- Saturated Fat: 18
- Carbohydrates: 5
- Protein: 35
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