Description
Creamy Garlic Chicken is a delightful dish that will elevate your dining experience with its rich flavors and comforting texture. This recipe features tender, juicy chicken breasts enveloped in a luscious garlic-infused cream sauce that tantalizes the taste buds. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, it can be paired beautifully with rice, pasta, or steamed vegetables to create a well-rounded meal. With minimal ingredients and just 30 minutes from prep to plate, you can impress family and friends without spending hours in the kitchen. Enjoy this easy-to-make recipe that is sure to become a favorite in your household.
Ingredients
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- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 6 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then cook for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through (165°F).
- Remove chicken and set aside. In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add heavy cream and chicken broth; stir well and simmer for about 3-5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Return chicken to the skillet, allowing it to soak up the sauce's flavors for another 5 minutes.
- Serve hot, drizzling extra sauce on top.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (200g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 150mg