Description
Creamy Garlic Chicken is a delectable dish that combines tender chicken and a rich garlic cream sauce, making it perfect for any weeknight or special occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sear chicken breasts for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the pan.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet, cooking for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth, scraping the bottom of the pan to release flavor bits. Stir in heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Add Italian seasoning and Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and smooth.
- Return chicken to the skillet, allowing it to soak up the sauce for an additional few minutes.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- Substitute heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter option.
- Add spinach or mushrooms for extra nutrition and flavor.
- Serve with pasta or rice to enjoy the creamy sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 140mg