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Creamy Garlic Chicken

Irresistibly Creamy Garlic Chicken for Comforting Dinners

This Creamy Garlic Chicken features tender chicken breasts in a mouthwatering garlicky sauce, perfect for quick weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Breasts Boneless, skinless
  • ½ cup All-Purpose Flour Use gluten-free flour for gluten-free options
For the Sauce
  • 4 cloves Garlic Fresh, smashed
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with butter
  • 1 tablespoon Butter For sautéing
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth Low-sodium recommended
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Substitute half-and-half for lighter sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning Or fresh herbs like thyme
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For Garnish (Optional)
  • ¼ cup Parmesan Cheese Grated
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Chopped

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Slice the chicken breasts into cutlets, about 1 inch thick. Season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Coat lightly with all-purpose flour.
  2. Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add chicken and cook for 4 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and keep warm.
  3. In the same skillet, melt remaining butter and add smashed garlic. Sauté for 3 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring well. Add additional garlic powder and simmer for 8 to 10 minutes until slightly thickened.
  5. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, ensuring it's submerged in the sauce. Warm for a couple of minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 35gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days; reheat gently on low heat to maintain creaminess.

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