Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Bake
Indulge in this delectable dish combining succulent chicken breasts with a rich garlic cream sauce infused with Parmesan cheese, fresh spinach, and sun-dried tomatoes. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach Can substitute with kale or Swiss chard
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- to taste Salt and pepper
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium-high heat.
- Sear the chicken breasts in the skillet for 5-7 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium and add the minced garlic. Sauté for about 1-2 minutes, until fragrant but not burnt.
- Pour in the heavy cream, stirring to combine with the garlic.
- Add the grated Parmesan cheese to the skillet and stir until it’s melted and the sauce is creamy.
- Add the fresh spinach and chopped sun-dried tomatoes to the sauce, mixing well until the spinach wilts.
- Return the seared chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning the creamy sauce over them.
- Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink.
- Remove from the oven, and allow to rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
To enhance flavors, marinate the chicken in Italian seasoning for an hour before searing. For added richness, consider topping with additional cheese during the last 5 minutes of baking. Serve with garlic bread, a crisp salad, or over rice or pasta.