Discover the best Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken recipe with tender chicken and rich, flavorful sauce. Easy to make and perfect for dinner!

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Garlic Confit:

Garlic Parmesan Chicken:

Prepare the Garlic Confit:
Place peeled garlic cloves in a small saucepan and cover with olive oil. Simmer on low heat for 45 minutes to 1 hour until garlic is soft but not browned. Remove from heat and let cool. Reserve garlic cloves and infused oil.
Prep the Chicken:
Pat chicken breasts dry and season both sides with salt, pepper, and dried oregano.
Cook the Chicken:
Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken breasts and cook for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside.
Make the Sauce:
In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium. Add butter and minced garlic confit cloves (or fresh garlic if using). Sauté gently for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Deglaze:
Pour in white wine to deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits. Cook for 2-3 minutes until wine reduces by half.
Add Dairy:
Stir in Parmesan cheese and sour cream, whisking until sauce is creamy and smooth. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
Combine:
Return chicken breasts to the skillet, spoon sauce over them, and let simmer for 3-5 minutes to meld flavors.
Garnish and Serve:
Sprinkle finely diced parsley and additional Parmesan cheese on top before serving.

Use chicken breasts of even thickness for consistent cooking.

If you don’t have time for garlic confit, use fresh minced garlic but sauté gently to avoid bitterness.

White wine adds acidity and depth, but chicken broth can substitute if preferred.

For a thicker sauce, reduce sour cream slightly or add a small cornstarch slurry.