Savory Chicken Fillet in Spicy, Creamy Garlic-Parmesan Sauce

This Chicken Fillet in Spicy, Creamy Garlic-Parmesan Sauce combines comfort and thrill, making it the ultimate weeknight delight.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 30

Total Time 45

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 550

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

4 pieces Chicken Fillets Patted dry for better sear
2 tablespoons Olive Oil Extra virgin for rich taste

For the Sauce

4 cloves Garlic Minced, fresh for best flavor
1 cup Heavy Cream Substitute with half-and-half for lighter option
1 cup Parmesan Cheese Freshly grated for better melting
1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Adjust according to spice preference
to taste Salt For seasoning
to taste Pepper For seasoning

For Garnishing

1 tablespoon Fresh Parsley Chopped, for garnish

Equipment

large skillet

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Pat the chicken fillets dry and season with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
Sear the chicken fillets for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and fully cooked.
In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour in the heavy cream, stirring and bringing to a gentle simmer for about 2 minutes.
Stir in Parmesan cheese and red pepper flakes until the cheese melts and the sauce becomes silky.
Reintroduce the chicken to the skillet and let it simmer in the sauce for about 2-3 minutes.
Serve the chicken with the creamy sauce and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 45gFat: 38gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 145mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, use freshly grated Parmesan cheese and adjust spice levels to personal preference.

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