Creamy Garlic Chicken: 7 Tips for Mouthwatering Perfection!
This Creamy Garlic Chicken recipe is a quick and easy dinner that's bursting with flavor! Tender chicken breasts are pan-seared and smothered in a rich, creamy garlic sauce.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs Boneless, skinless chicken breasts Pounded to 1/2-inch thickness
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 4 cloves Garlic Minced
- 1 cup Chicken broth Low sodium
- 0.5 cup Heavy cream
- 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley Chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt To taste
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper To taste
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 5-7 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside. Add the garlic to the skillet and cook for 1 minute, or until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 5 minutes, or until the sauce has slightly thickened.
- Stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Return the chicken to the skillet and simmer for 2-3 minutes, or until heated through. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve.
Notes
Serve this creamy garlic chicken with pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes for a complete meal. You can also add vegetables like broccoli or asparagus to the skillet during the last few minutes of cooking.