Description
Creamy Chicken Gloria is a heartwarming dish that envelops you in comfort with each bite. Tender chicken breasts are coated in a rich, velvety sauce infused with garlic and Italian herbs, making it the perfect meal for cozy nights. Served over rice or pasta, this dish promises to become a family favorite, creating cherished memories around the dinner table. Easy to prepare on busy weeknights, Creamy Chicken Gloria is versatile enough to accommodate your favorite veggies and spices. Get ready to impress your loved ones with this delightful recipe!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp dried Italian herbs (oregano and basil)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then add them to the pan. Cook until golden brown on both sides.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside. In the same pan, sauté minced garlic and dried Italian herbs until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Pour in the chicken broth and allow it to simmer briefly before stirring in the heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, coating it with the sauce, and let simmer for an additional 5 minutes for flavors to meld.
- Serve over rice or pasta, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 130mg