Creamy Garlic Chicken
Creamy Garlic Chicken is a delicious and comforting dish that features tender chicken in a rich and flavorful garlic cream sauce, perfect for family dinners or special occasions.
Equipment
- 1 large skillet
- 1 measuring cups
- 1 measuring spoons
- 1 tongs or spatula
- 1 cutting board
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 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- to taste none salt
- to taste none pepper
- none none fresh parsley, chopped For garnish.
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning on both sides.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for about a minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth, scraping the bottom of the skillet to release any browned bits. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
- Lower the heat to medium and stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Cook, stirring frequently, until the sauce thickens (about 3-5 minutes).
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and spoon the sauce over the top. Let it simmer for a few more minutes to heat everything through.
- Serve the creamy garlic chicken hot, garnished with chopped parsley.
Notes
For extra flavor, you can add mushrooms or spinach to the sauce.
This dish pairs well with pasta or rice to soak up the delicious creamy sauce.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave.