The Wow-Factor Chicken Breast: Easy, Delicious, And Surprisingly Simple!

Introduction

If you’re looking to impress your dinner guests with a delicious and easy-to-make chicken dish, this recipe is for you! These boneless, skinless chicken breasts are coated in a flavorful mixture of flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper, then quickly browned on the stove and finished in the oven. The creamy sauce made with chicken broth, heavy cream, and chopped parsley is the perfect accompaniment to the juicy and tender chicken breasts. This recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions and is sure to become a family favorite!

Ingredients

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
3. Coat each chicken breast with the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
4. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
5. Add chicken breasts to the skillet and cook until browned on each side, about 3-4 minutes per side.
6. Transfer chicken to a baking dish and bake in preheated oven for 12-15 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
7. In the same skillet used to cook the chicken, add chicken broth and scrape any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
8. Simmer chicken broth until it reduces by half, then stir in heavy cream and chopped parsley.
9. Serve chicken breasts with the creamy sauce poured over the top.

Nutritional Information

Calories	300 calories
Fat	10g

FAQs

• Can I use bone-in chicken breasts?
  Yes, but be sure to adjust the cooking time accordingly to ensure the chicken is cooked through.
• Can I make this recipe ahead of time?
  You can prep the chicken ahead of time and refrigerate it until ready to cook. However, the creamy sauce is best made fresh.
• Can I freeze leftover chicken?
  Yes, simply store the chicken and sauce in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator before reheating.
• Can I use a different type of broth?
  Absolutely! Vegetable or beef broth would both work well in this recipe.
• What can I serve with this dish?
  Roasted vegetables, rice, or mashed potatoes would all be delicious sides to serve with this chicken dish.

Conclusion

Impress your family and friends with this surprisingly simple and delicious chicken breast recipe. The crunchy coating and creamy sauce are sure to be a hit with even the pickiest eaters. Enjoy this dish any night of the week or save it for a special occasion. Either way, you won’t be disappointed!

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