Print
clockclock iconcutlerycutlery iconflagflag iconfolderfolder iconinstagraminstagram iconpinterestpinterest iconfacebookfacebook iconprintprint iconsquaressquares iconheartheart iconheart solidheart solid icon

Creamy Garlic Chicken Recipe

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

4.3 from 2 reviews

Creamy Garlic Chicken is a comforting one-pan dinner featuring tender, thin-cut chicken breasts simmered in a rich and flavorful garlic cream sauce. This easy recipe comes together quickly and is perfect served over pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes for a hearty meal.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

Chicken

  • 4 thin-cut chicken breasts
  • Salt & Pepper, to taste
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour, divided

Cooking Fats

  • 2 Tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 Tablespoons butter, divided

Sauce

  • 8 garlic cloves, smashed
  • ¾ cup chicken broth
  • ¾ cup heavy cream
  • ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning

Instructions

  1. Season and Dredge the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Place 3 tablespoons of flour on a plate or shallow bowl. Dredge each chicken breast in the flour until lightly coated.
  2. Brown the Chicken: Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken and cook for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the pan and cover with foil to keep warm.
  3. Prepare Garlic Butter: Reduce heat to medium-low and add the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter to the pan. Let it melt, then add the smashed garlic cloves. Cook gently for 4-5 minutes to lightly brown the garlic and infuse the butter, being careful not to burn the garlic.
  4. Create the Sauce Base: Sprinkle the remaining 1 tablespoon of flour into the pan and stir continuously until the flour is fully incorporated with no white spots remaining. Increase the heat to medium.
  5. Add Liquids and Seasoning: Slowly pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream while whisking to combine smoothly. Stir in the Italian seasoning. Bring the sauce to a simmer and cook for 5-7 minutes until it thickens slightly. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
  6. Finish Cooking the Chicken: Return the chicken breasts along with any juices to the skillet. Cook together for 1-2 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked through and coated in the creamy garlic sauce.
  7. Serve: Serve the chicken topped with chopped parsley if desired, over pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes for a delicious and comforting meal.

Notes

  • Use thin-cut chicken breasts to ensure even and quick cooking.
  • Do not burn the garlic; keep the heat medium-low when browning it to infuse the flavor gently.
  • The sauce can be adjusted in thickness by simmering longer to reduce or adding a splash more broth or cream if too thick.
  • Optionally garnish with fresh parsley or grated Parmesan cheese for extra flavor.
  • This dish pairs well with sides like steamed vegetables, mashed potatoes, or your favorite pasta.
  • Author: Maya
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Dinner, Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://cozykitchenbymaya.com/creamy-garlic-chicken-recipe-2/