Description
Delicious Chicken Fillet in Spicy, Creamy Garlic is a mouthwatering dish that combines tender chicken breasts with a rich, flavorful sauce. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy family dinner. The aromatic blend of garlic, spices, and creamy goodness creates an unforgettable meal that pairs beautifully with rice or pasta. Get ready to delight your taste buds with every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Start by patting the chicken dry and seasoning both sides generously with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Sear each chicken fillet for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Stir in heavy cream, then bring to a gentle simmer.
- Add smoked paprika and chili powder; adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, allowing it to soak up the sauce for about 3-5 minutes on low heat.
- Serve hot over rice or pasta, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Contemporary
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken fillet (170g)
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 44g
- Cholesterol: 120mg