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Creamy Garlic Chicken served as a delicious and creamy featured dish.

Creamy Garlic Chicken

This Creamy Garlic Chicken recipe features tender chicken breasts seared to golden perfection, smothered in a luscious, creamy garlic sauce. It's an easy and flavorful dish perfect for weeknight dinners, guaranteed to impress with its rich and comforting taste.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley optional
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes optional

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Meat thermometer
  • Paper towels
  • Measuring spoons
  • Measuring cups
  • Tongs or spatula
  • Cutting board
  • Knife

Method
 

  1. Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat the olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and sear for 5-7 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F/74°C).
  4. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside, tenting with foil to keep warm.
  5. Reduce the heat to medium. Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for about 1 minute, or until fragrant.
  6. Pour in the chicken broth and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.
  7. Bring the broth to a simmer and let it reduce slightly, about 2-3 minutes.
  8. Stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Bring the sauce to a simmer and cook for another 2-3 minutes, or until it thickens slightly.
  9. If using, stir in the red pepper flakes.
  10. Return the chicken breasts to the skillet and nestle them into the creamy garlic sauce.
  11. Spoon the sauce over the chicken to coat evenly.
  12. Simmer for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the chicken to warm through and absorb the flavors of the sauce.
  13. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.
  14. Serve immediately over rice, pasta, mashed potatoes, or your favorite side dish.

Notes

For a thicker sauce, whisk in a cornstarch slurry (1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons cold water) and simmer until thickened, or add more Parmesan cheese. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of chicken broth or milk. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a skillet or microwave.