Description
Creamy Garlic Chicken is a delectable dish featuring tender chicken breasts enveloped in a rich and velvety garlic sauce. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, ensuring every bite is a delightful experience. Serve it with your favorite sides for a well-rounded meal that will impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp dried Italian herbs (basil, oregano, thyme)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and Italian herbs.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute). Add chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring constantly until combined.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, spooning sauce over it. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes to meld flavors.
- Serve hot with your choice of sides.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 39g
- Cholesterol: 120mg