Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Creamy Garlic Chicken, where tender chicken breasts are enveloped in a rich, creamy garlic sauce. This dish is perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy family dinner. With its savory goodness and ease of preparation, this recipe is bound to become a new favorite in your kitchen!
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 tablespoons butter
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prep Your Kitchen: Gather all ingredients and tools for easy access.
- Sear the Chicken: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Melt butter and add chicken breasts; cook until golden brown (6-7 minutes per side).
- Add Garlic: Remove chicken and add minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté until fragrant (1-2 minutes).
- Make the Sauce: Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth, scraping the bottom of the pan. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Combine: Return chicken to the skillet, ensuring it's coated with sauce. Simmer for an additional 5-7 minutes.
- Serve: Plate the dish, garnishing with fresh parsley. Pair with your favorite side.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 33g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 135mg