Description
Creamy Garlic Chicken is a comforting dish that envelops tender chicken breasts in a rich, garlicky sauce. Perfect for chilly evenings or family gatherings, this recipe is quick to prepare and delivers bold flavors that will leave everyone asking for seconds. With its creamy texture and easy adaptability for dietary preferences, this dish not only satisfies cravings but also impresses guests. Get ready for compliments as you serve this creamy masterpiece that feels like a warm hug on a plate.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat skillet over medium heat; gather ingredients.
- Add olive oil to the skillet. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then cook for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
- Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth; stir in thyme and let simmer gently.
- Whisk in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Return chicken to the pan, allowing it to soak up the sauce for an additional 3-5 minutes on low heat.
- Serve hot over pasta or rice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (200g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 150mg