Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Casserole

Indulge in a decadent and flavorful dish with tender boneless chicken breasts smothered in a creamy garlic Parmesan sauce, topped with crispy breadcrumbs, and baked to perfection. This hearty casserole is rich, satisfying, and guaranteed to become a family favorite.
ingredients
- 4 boneless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
steps
- 1.
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.
- 2.
Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
- 3.
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook the chicken until golden brown. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- 4.
In the same skillet, sauté garlic until fragrant, then add the heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese. Stir until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
- 5.
Pour the sauce over the chicken breasts in the baking dish.
- 6.
In a small bowl, combine breadcrumbs, melted butter, dried parsley, and a pinch of salt. Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the chicken.
- 7.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the breadcrumbs are golden brown.