Creamy Baked Chicken

Creamy Baked Chicken

Ingredients:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cups heavy cream
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• ½ cup chicken broth
• Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Chicken:
   • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
   • Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
   • In a skillet over medium heat, heat the olive oil and sear the chicken breasts on both sides until golden, about 3-4 minutes per side. Transfer to a baking dish.
2. Make the Sauce:
   • In the same skillet, add the heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, thyme, basil, and chicken broth. Stir and bring to a simmer.
   • Pour the sauce over the chicken in the baking dish.
3. Bake:
   • Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce is bubbly.
   • Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.