Creamy Garlic Chicken
Creamy Garlic Chicken is a delightful dish that features tender chicken breast simmered in a rich and flavorful creamy garlic sauce. It’s perfect served over pasta or with crusty bread to soak up the delectable sauce.
Equipment
- 1 large skillet
- 1 measuring cups and spoons
- 1 wooden spoon or spatula
- 1 cutting board
- 4 serving plates
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts Approximately 1.5 pounds.
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced Approximately 2 tablespoons.
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt To taste.
- Black pepper To taste.
- Fresh parsley, chopped For garnish.
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side 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 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer, scraping any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.
- Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream, Italian seasoning, and Parmesan cheese. Mix well and let it simmer for about 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, coating it in the sauce. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat the chicken through.
- Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.
- Serve the creamy garlic chicken hot, garnished with fresh chopped parsley.
Notes
You can serve this dish with pasta, rice, or bread.
For added flavor, consider squeezing a bit of lemon juice into the sauce before serving.
Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or mushrooms to the sauce for a nutritious boost.