Description
Creamy Garlic Chicken is a delightful dish that brings together tender chicken breasts and a luscious garlic cream sauce, creating a comforting meal that will have everyone asking for more. This easy-to-make recipe transforms simple ingredients into a gourmet experience in under 30 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknight dinners or special family gatherings. The rich flavors of fresh garlic and creamy sauce envelop the chicken, delivering a satisfying taste and aroma that fills your home with warmth.
Ingredients
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts (3-4)
- Fresh garlic (several cloves)
- Heavy cream (1 cup)
- Low-sodium chicken broth (1/2 cup)
- Grated Parmesan cheese (1/2 cup)
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Cook the chicken for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sautΓ© minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add heavy cream and chicken broth, scraping up browned bits from the pan. Stir in Parmesan cheese and let simmer until thickened.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, allowing it to simmer in the sauce for a couple more minutes.
- Serve hot, drizzled with extra sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: SautΓ©ing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 482
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 651mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 163mg
Keywords: For added flavor, incorporate herbs like thyme or rosemary during cooking. To make it healthier, substitute heavy cream with Greek yogurt or low-fat cream alternatives.