Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning.
Sear the chicken:
In a large skillet, warm up some olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for about 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside on a plate.
Make the garlic sauce:
Melt the butter over medium heat in the same skillet. Add the minced garlic and sauté it for 1-2 minutes until it becomes fragrant, being careful not to let it burn. Then, pour in the chicken broth, making sure to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan to enhance the flavor.
Create the creamy sauce:
Stir in the heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly. If necessary, adjust the seasoning with extra salt and pepper.
chicken with the sauce:
Place the seared chicken breasts back into the skillet, drizzling the creamy garlic sauce over them. Allow the chicken to simmer in the sauce for an additional 5 minutes, letting the flavors blend and the chicken warm through.
Garnish and serve:
For the finishing touch, sprinkle fresh parsley on top and serve right away. This creamy garlic sauce goes wonderfully with mashed potatoes, fettuccine, or a side of steamed veggies.