Description
Creamy Garlic Chicken is a decadent dish featuring tender chicken breasts smothered in a rich, garlicky cream sauce. Perfect for dinner gatherings or a cozy night in, this recipe is sure to impress and tantalize your taste buds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 6 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Begin by peeling and mincing the garlic cloves.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper and add them to the pan, searing for about 6-7 minutes on each side until cooked through.
- Remove the chicken and add the minced garlic to the skillet, sauté for about 1 minute. Pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth, stirring to combine. Let the sauce simmer for 5 minutes to thicken slightly.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, coating it with the creamy sauce. Allow to simmer for a few more minutes before plating. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat gently on the stovetop, adding a splash of chicken broth or cream if needed.
- This dish pairs well with mashed potatoes, steamed vegetables, or a light salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sauté
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400 Kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg