creamy chicken recipes
This creamy garlic chicken recipe features tender pieces of chicken cooked in a deliciously rich and creamy garlic sauce. It's perfect for a comforting dinner and pairs well with rice or pasta.
Equipment
- 1 Large skillet
- 1 Wooden spoon or spatula
- 1 set Measuring cups and spoons
- 1 Cutting board
- 1 Knife
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts About 1.5 lbs total.
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- to taste salt and pepper
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- for garnish fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Begin by seasoning the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove them from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium and add the minced garlic. Sauté for about 1 minute, or until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring it to a simmer. Scrape any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet for added flavor.
- Stir in the heavy cream, Italian seasoning, and continue to simmer for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Add the grated Parmesan cheese to the sauce, stirring until it’s fully melted and incorporated. Season with additional salt and pepper if desired.
- Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet, allowing them to soak in the creamy sauce for 2-3 minutes.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley.
Notes
For added flavor, you can include sautéed mushrooms or spinach in the sauce.
This dish goes well over fettuccine, rice, or mashed potatoes to soak up the creamy sauce.