Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Garlic Butter Chicken with Creamy Sauce. This delightful dish features succulent chicken breasts bathed in a rich, creamy garlic butter sauce that will tantalize your taste buds. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this recipe promises to bring smiles to your table. Serve it over pasta or rice for a complete meal that is both easy to make and utterly satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tsp Italian herbs (dried)
Instructions
- 1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Gather all ingredients and finely chop the garlic.
- 2. Sear the Chicken: In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then add to the skillet. Cook until golden brown on both sides (about 6-7 minutes per side).
- 3. Create Sauce Base: Reduce heat to medium-low. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 30 seconds). Pour in chicken broth, scraping any bits from the pan.
- 4. Add Cream and Cheese: Whisk in heavy cream until combined. Gradually stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- 5. Simmer Until Cooked Through: Return chicken to the skillet and simmer for 5-10 minutes until fully cooked (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- 6. Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat, garnish with parsley if desired, and serve hot over pasta or rice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 24g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 48g
- Cholesterol: 150mg