Creamy Garlic Chicken
A delightful dish of juicy chicken breasts enveloped in a rich, creamy garlic sauce, perfect for satisfying weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: None
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Season the chicken breasts generously with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Cook the chicken in the skillet until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes on each side until cooked through.
- Remove the chicken and set aside on a plate.
- Sauté the minced garlic in the same skillet until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer for a few minutes.
- Stir in the heavy cream until the sauce is smooth.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, cover, and cook for an additional 5 minutes to soak up the flavors.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
For a thicker sauce, simmer longer before adding chicken back. Use a meat thermometer to check for doneness.