Creamy Garlic Chicken
This creamy garlic chicken is perfect for a comforting dinner that can impress guests or satisfy your family on a busy weeknight.
Equipment
- 1 large skillet
- 1 wooden spoon or spatula
- 1 measuring cups and spoons
- 1 cutting board
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts About 1.5 lbs total.
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream Can use half and half for a lower calorie option.
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs Can substitute with thyme, oregano, and basil.
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- fresh parsley For garnish.
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken breasts and cook for about 5-6 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside.
- In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the minced garlic. Sauté for about 1 minute, until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Pour in the chicken broth and scrape any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Bring to a simmer and let it cook for 2-3 minutes.
- Stir in the heavy cream and dried Italian herbs, mixing well. Let the sauce simmer for another 3-5 minutes, allowing it to thicken slightly.
- Add the grated Parmesan cheese to the sauce and stir until melted and well combined.
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and coat it in the creamy garlic sauce. Cook for an additional 2 minutes to heat through.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
For a lower calorie option, you can use half and half instead of heavy cream.
This dish goes great with a side of steamed vegetables or over rice or pasta.
You can adjust the level of garlic to suit your preference or add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little heat.