Pan-Seared Chicken Breasts with Pepper Parmesan Sauce
A delightful dish combining succulent chicken with a rich and creamy pepper Parmesan sauce, perfect for any dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: None
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup roasted red peppers, chopped
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning.
- Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Cook the chicken for about 7-8 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Set the cooked chicken aside on a plate to keep warm.
- Make the sauce by adding roasted red peppers and heavy cream to the same skillet. Stir and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Add Parmesan cheese slowly while stirring continuously until smooth.
- Combine the chicken with the sauce and heat through for another 2-3 minutes.
- Serve warm, garnished with extra Parmesan if desired.
Notes
Avoid overcooking the chicken and let it rest after cooking for better moisture retention.