Description
Indulge in this creamy garlic chicken dish, where tender chicken meets a rich, velvety garlic sauce—perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp dried Italian herbs (basil, oregano, thyme)
Instructions
- Preheat Your Pan: Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add olive oil until it shimmers.
- Sear the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Place them in the hot pan and sear for about 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the pan and set aside.
- Create that Garlic Goodness: In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for about one minute until fragrant.
- Build Your Sauce: Pour in the chicken broth and bring it to a simmer. Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until melted and combined.
- Combine Everything: Return the seared chicken to the skillet, allowing it to soak in the creamy sauce for about five minutes over low heat.
- Serve Up Deliciousness: Transfer to plates, drizzling with extra sauce. Garnish with additional Parmesan if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: - For added nutrition, consider mixing in vegetables like spinach or mushrooms. - If you're looking for a different protein option, you can substitute chicken with shrimp or tofu. - Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; gently reheat on low heat with a splash of cream if necessary.