High-Protein Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken
This is tender, juicy chicken in a rich, creamy garlic parmesan sauce. A quick, restaurant-quality high-protein dinner that’s incredibly comforting and satisfying.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Golden seared chicken smothered in a luscious creamy garlic sauce
- Extremely high protein from chicken and parmesan cheese
- Rich, flavorful sauce with minimal effort
- One-pan easy recipe ready in under 30 minutes
- Keto-friendly, family-approved, and perfect for weeknights
Ingredients (Serves 4)
- 2 lbs (900g) boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
- 5 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
- ½ tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp smoked paprika (optional)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (plus more for garnish)
Instructions
- Season chicken pieces with salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and paprika.
- Heat olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken in batches until golden and cooked through (about 5–6 minutes). Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30–60 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth. Bring to a gentle simmer, scraping up any browned bits.
- Stir in parmesan cheese until melted and sauce thickens slightly (2–3 minutes).
- Return chicken to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce. Simmer for 2–3 minutes until heated through.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.
Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 15–20 minutes Total Time: 25–30 minutes
Nutrition (Per Serving)
- Calories: ~420
- Protein: 38g (high)
- Total Carbs: 4g
- Net Carbs: 3g
- Fat: 28g
