Ingredients
- 4 chicken fillets
- 3–4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes (adjust to taste)
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Season chicken fillets with salt and pepper. Sear them for 3–4 minutes per side until golden. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pan, sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Lower heat and pour in the heavy cream. Simmer gently for 2–3 minutes.
- Gradually stir in Parmesan cheese until fully melted and sauce is smooth.
- Add chili flakes, salt, and pepper to taste.
- Return chicken to the pan and simmer for 5–7 minutes until cooked through and coated in sauce.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot with your favorite side.
Notes
- Swap chili flakes for smoked paprika for a milder flavor.
- Use shrimp, salmon, or tofu as alternate proteins.
- Reheat gently on stovetop with a splash of cream or broth to avoid sauce separation.
- Pair with pasta, rice, or roasted veggies to soak up the sauce.
- Store leftovers up to 3 days in the fridge in an airtight container.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken fillet with sauce
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
