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Creamy Garlic Chicken in a Skillet with Cream Sauce
ChefMaster Emily

Creamy Garlic Chicken

Tender chicken smothered in a rich, velvety garlic cream sauce, ready in just 30 minutes. Perfect for a cozy weeknight meal or an impressive dinner party centerpiece.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American Comfort Food
Calories: 580
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken
  • 4 chicken breasts or thighs boneless, skinless
Sauce
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese freshly grated
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Equipment

  • Large Skillet

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Sear until golden on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
  2. In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  3. Deglaze the skillet with chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits.
  4. Lower heat and stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Simmer gently until the sauce thickens slightly.
  5. Return chicken to the skillet, spoon sauce over the top, and simmer for 5-7 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
  6. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve hot.

Notes

For a spicier version, add a pinch of red pepper flakes. Mushrooms or spinach can also be added for extra flavor.