Description
This Creamy Garlic Chicken is a rich, flavorful dish with tender chicken breasts smothered in a creamy, garlicky sauce. It’s a quick and easy recipe, perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. The combination of garlic, cream, and Parmesan makes for a dreamy, indulgent sauce!
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for a little heat)
Instructions
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Cook the chicken: Heat the olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 5-6 minutes per side, or until the chicken is cooked through and has an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
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Make the garlic sauce: In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant (be careful not to burn it). Add the chicken broth to deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.
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Add the cream and Parmesan: Reduce the heat to medium. Pour in the heavy cream, then stir in the grated Parmesan cheese. Continue to cook, stirring frequently, until the sauce has thickened (about 3-4 minutes).
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Combine the chicken and sauce: Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning some of the sauce over them. Let the chicken simmer in the sauce for 3-4 minutes to absorb the flavors and reheat.
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Garnish and serve: Garnish with fresh parsley and red pepper flakes (if using). Serve the creamy garlic chicken over pasta, rice, or with a side of vegetables.
Notes
- For extra flavor, you can add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice to the sauce just before serving.
- You can also add spinach or mushrooms to the sauce for extra texture and flavor.
- Adjust the consistency of the sauce by adding more chicken broth for a thinner sauce or letting it cook longer to thicken.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American