Creamy Garlic Chicken
A simple yet decadent creamy garlic chicken recipe that's perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. Tender chicken breast is coated in a rich, garlicky cream sauce.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.5 cup butter
- 5 cloves garlic minced
- 2 cup heavy cream
- 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley chopped, for garnish
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.1.5 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Add chicken to the skillet and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.1.5 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Add minced garlic to the same skillet and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.1.5 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.1.5 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and cook until the sauce thickens, about 3-5 minutes.1.5 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Return the chicken to the skillet and toss to coat in the creamy garlic sauce.1.5 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh chopped parsley.1.5 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Notes
This creamy garlic chicken is delicious served with pasta, rice, or a side of steamed vegetables.
Nutrition
Serving: 200gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 120gProtein: 120gFat: 120gSaturated Fat: 120gPolyunsaturated Fat: 120gMonounsaturated Fat: 120gTrans Fat: 120gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 120gSugar: 120gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 120mg
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