Description
This Creamy Garlic Chicken recipe features tender chicken breasts cooked to golden perfection and smothered in a rich, garlicky cream sauce. With a luscious combination of butter, garlic, chicken broth, and heavy cream, this comforting dish is quick to prepare and perfect for a satisfying dinner.
Ingredients
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Chicken
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.3 lbs)
- 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 2 Tbsp butter, divided
Sauce
- 1 whole garlic bulb (about 8-9 garlic cloves)
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 3/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Chicken: Using a sharp knife, carefully fillet each chicken breast into two thinner cutlets if needed. Season each piece evenly with Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Sprinkle flour on both sides and rub in to coat the chicken completely.
- Cook Chicken: Heat a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and 1 Tbsp butter. When hot, add chicken and cook about 4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove chicken to plate and cover to keep warm.
- Prepare Garlic: Peel garlic cloves, then smash each clove with the side of a chef's knife by pressing with the heel of your hand to release flavors.
- Sauté Garlic: In the same skillet, add remaining 1 Tbsp butter and garlic cloves. Reduce heat to medium-low and sauté for about 3 minutes until garlic is lightly browned and fragrant, stirring frequently to avoid burning.
- Make Sauce: Pour chicken broth and heavy cream into skillet, add garlic powder, and stir while scraping up brown bits from the pan. Let sauce simmer for 8-10 minutes until reduced and thickened by about half. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
- Combine and Serve: Return cooked chicken to skillet and spoon creamy garlic sauce over top. Heat through briefly, then serve warm. Optionally garnish with chopped fresh parsley.
Notes
- Chicken breasts can be substituted with boneless, skinless chicken thighs for a juicier texture.
- For convenience, use 2.5 Tbsp pre-minced garlic instead of fresh garlic cloves.
- To ensure even cooking, pound chicken cutlets to uniform thickness if necessary.
- Serve with rice, mashed potatoes, or crusty bread to enjoy the creamy sauce fully.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 130 mg
