Description
Tender chicken breasts baked in a rich and creamy Parmesan sauce, delivering a comforting and easy-to-make main course perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Chicken
- 2 chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Cream Sauce
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) to get it ready for baking the chicken.
- Season Chicken: Season both sides of the chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper to enhance the flavor.
- Sear Chicken: Heat the olive oil in a pan over medium heat and sear the chicken breasts for a few minutes on each side until lightly browned. This step helps to lock in juices and adds a nice texture.
- Prepare Baking Dish: Transfer the seared chicken breasts into a baking dish, arranging them evenly.
- Make Cream Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, grated Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, and Italian seasoning until well combined.
- Pour Sauce Over Chicken: Pour the creamy mixture evenly over the chicken breasts in the baking dish, ensuring they are well coated.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked through (internal temperature should reach 74°C / 165°F) and the sauce is bubbly and slightly thickened.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add fresh spinach or sautéed mushrooms to the baking dish before pouring the sauce.
- Serve this creamy baked chicken with rice, pasta, or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
