Creamy Garlic Chicken
An easy weeknight dinner featuring golden chicken breasts simmered in a creamy, garlicky sauce that's rich in flavor and perfect for leftovers.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken breasts (boneless, skinless) Thin-sliced or pounded chicken cooks more evenly.
- 2 tablespoons olive oil Can substitute with avocado oil for higher smoke point.
- 4 cloves garlic, minced Sauté until fragrant but not burnt.
- 1 cup heavy cream Do not substitute with milk for a thinner sauce.
- 1 cup chicken broth Use low-sodium if necessary.
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese Freshly grated works best.
- to taste Salt and pepper Essential for seasoning the chicken.
- for garnish Fresh parsley Adds color and freshness when serving.
Instructions
Preparation
- Set up your station: chicken on a cutting board, paper towels, salt and pepper, garlic minced, and liquids measured.
- Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and pepper.
Cooking Chicken
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Carefully lay the chicken in the pan and sear for 7-8 minutes without moving.
- Flip the chicken and cook for another 7-8 minutes until done. Remove and let rest.
Making the Sauce
- Lower the heat to medium and sauté minced garlic in the same skillet for 1 minute.
- Add chicken broth, scrape up the browned bits and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in the heavy cream and gradually add the Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and smooth.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, spoon sauce over, and warm through for 2-3 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
For best results, use a heavy skillet and do not overcrowd the pan while searing the chicken. Adjust seasoning before serving.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 590kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 45gFat: 40gSaturated Fat: 20gSodium: 600mgSugar: 2g
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