Description
Creamy garlic chicken is a delightful dish that combines tender chicken with a velvety garlic cream sauce, creating an explosion of flavor in every bite. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing guests at gatherings. With just a handful of simple ingredients, you can enjoy a comforting meal that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lb)
- 6 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then sear for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Add minced garlic to the pan; sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Pour in the chicken broth and stir.
- Reduce heat slightly and add heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese; let simmer until the sauce thickens.
- Adjust seasoning as needed, then serve over pasta or rice, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 456
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 470mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 39g
- Cholesterol: 140mg