Garlic Parmesan Chicken Bake (Print Version)

Tender chicken in a garlic parmesan cream sauce, oven-baked for deliciously rich comfort in every bite.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chicken and Sauce

01 - 4 whole chicken thighs or breasts
02 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter or olive oil
03 - 4 garlic cloves, finely minced
04 - 1 1/2 cups heavy cream or whole milk
05 - 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
06 - 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning blend
07 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
02 - In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter or warm olive oil. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. Pour in heavy cream, then whisk in grated Parmesan and Italian seasoning. Cook, stirring, until sauce is smooth and cheese has melted.
03 - Arrange chicken pieces in the greased baking dish in a single layer. Season both sides with salt and pepper. Pour the garlic Parmesan sauce evenly over the chicken. Bake uncovered for 35 to 45 minutes, or until internal temperature of chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) and sauce is bubbling.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Ready in about one hour from start to finish so you can have dinner on the table fast
  • Uses easy to find ingredients that are probably already in your kitchen
  • Extra creamy sauce means this works well with pasta rice or a simple salad on the side
  • Family approved and great for leftovers
02 -
  • This dish is loaded with protein and can be made gluten free if you skip bread sides
  • Keeps well in the fridge for up to three days making leftovers easy
  • Freezes and reheats beautifully so great for meal prep
03 -
  • Take your time sautéing the garlic. If it burns the flavor will turn bitter so watch carefully.
  • Use freshly grated Parmesan if possible for better creaminess. Pre-grated tends to clump or not melt well.
  • Taste and season the sauce before it goes in the oven. A tiny pinch of salt can make the whole dish sing.
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