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Creamy Garlic Chicken Recipe

Creamy Garlic Chicken

This Creamy Garlic Chicken features juicy chicken breasts cooked in a rich, velvety garlic cream sauce. It comes together quickly and pairs perfectly with pasta, rice, or steamed vegetables for a comforting and satisfying meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 persons
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 410
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts About 700g total.
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 6 cloves garlic Minced.
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs Or mixed herbs.
  • 200 ml heavy cream About ¾ cup plus 1 tablespoon.
  • 80 ml chicken stock About ⅓ cup.
  • 30 grams grated Parmesan cheese About ¼ cup.
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley Optional, for garnish.

Equipment

  • 1 Large skillet or frying pan
  • 1 Cutting board
  • 1 Measuring cups and spoons
  • 1 Tongs or spatula
  • 1 Plate for resting chicken

Method
 

  1. Pat chicken breasts dry with a paper towel. Season on both sides with salt, pepper, and Italian herbs.
  2. Heat the olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add chicken breasts to the pan. Sear for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer the chicken to a plate and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter and minced garlic. Sauté for 1 minute, stirring constantly, until the garlic is fragrant but not browned.
  5. Pour in the chicken stock. Use a wooden spoon to scrape any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
  6. Add the heavy cream and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth and slightly thickened (about 2-3 minutes).
  7. Return the cooked chicken breasts and any juices back to the skillet. Simmer for another 3-4 minutes, spooning sauce over the chicken until heated through.
  8. Optional: Sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
  9. Serve hot with your choice of side.

Notes

Make sure not to cook the garlic on high heat to prevent burning, which can add bitterness.
For extra flavor, add a splash of dry white wine along with the chicken stock.
This dish pairs beautifully with pasta, mashed potatoes, or a crisp green salad.
You can substitute chicken thighs for chicken breasts if preferred, adjusting the cooking time as needed.