Description
Tender, golden-seared chicken breasts nestled in a luxuriously creamy garlic sauce, paired with perfectly roasted cauliflower and finished with a touch of melty Parmesan. This cozy, one-dish wonder is comfort food at its finest—easy enough for weeknights, delicious enough for company.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 head of cauliflower, cut into florets
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, toss the cauliflower florets with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread them out on a baking sheet and roast for 20–25 minutes, until golden and tender.
- While the cauliflower roasts, season the chicken with salt, pepper, paprika, and thyme. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and sear the chicken for 5–7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in the heavy cream and chicken broth. Simmer for 3–4 minutes to thicken slightly.
- Return the chicken to the skillet and spoon the creamy sauce over it. Sprinkle with Parmesan and allow it to melt.
- Fold in the roasted cauliflower and gently mix to coat everything in the sauce.
- Transfer to a baking dish and bake for 10–15 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a gentle heat.
- Swap in broccoli or mushrooms for a veggie twist.
- Serve with crusty bread or over rice for a heartier meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked, Skillet
- Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 480 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 430 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 11 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg
Keywords: creamy garlic chicken, roasted cauliflower, chicken bake, one pan dinner, low carb