Description
Creamy Garlic Chicken is a deliciously satisfying dish that transforms simple chicken breasts into a gourmet experience. Coated in a rich garlic sauce, this dish is quick to prepare in under 30 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings. Serve it alongside rice, pasta, or vegetables for a fulfilling meal that will impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 5 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients; mince the garlic.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper; sear each side until golden brown (6-7 minutes per side). Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic for 1 minute. Add chicken broth and simmer for 3 minutes.
- Lower heat, stir in heavy cream, and cook until thickened (3-5 minutes).
- Return chicken to the skillet, coat with sauce, and simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- Serve immediately with your choice of sides.
- 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: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 140mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider marinating the chicken in olive oil and herbs before cooking. - You can substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or a dairy-free alternative for a lighter version. - Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or mushrooms to the sauce for extra nutrition.