Creamy Garlic Chicken
Creamy Garlic Chicken is a comforting and indulgent dish that combines succulent chicken breasts with a rich, velvety sauce infused with garlic and Parmesan. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, this easy-to-make recipe delivers a burst of flavor in every bite. Serve it over pasta or alongside crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce, and watch as your family and friends devour every morsel.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown; remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add chicken broth to deglaze the pan, scraping up browned bits; let simmer for 3 minutes.
- Lower heat and stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until smooth.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, spooning sauce over it. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes until heated through.
- Serve hot, drizzled with extra sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (150g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 41g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider substituting chicken with shrimp or tofu. Incorporate vegetables like spinach or sun-dried tomatoes for extra nutrients. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to three days; reheat gently on low heat.