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A serving of creamy garlic chicken in a white bowl with fresh parsley.

How to grow an amazing Creamy Garlic Chicken

This creamy garlic chicken recipe delivers a rich, flavorful dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal or special occasion. With tender chicken breasts simmered in a luscious garlic cream sauce, it's sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 4 large chicken breasts
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 6 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 0.5 cup heavy cream
  • 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • 0.25 cup fresh parsley chopped
  • salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste
Serving Suggestions
  • pasta cooked
  • rice cooked
Garnish
  • fresh parsley finely chopped

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • whisk
  • tongs

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Cooking
  1. Sear chicken for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through; remove from skillet and set aside.
  2. Add butter to the skillet and sauté minced garlic for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Whisk in flour for 1 minute to create a roux, then gradually whisk in chicken broth until smooth.
  4. Reduce heat to low, stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, and simmer for 5 minutes until thickened.
  5. Return chicken to the skillet, coating it in the sauce, and garnish with fresh parsley.

Notes

Serve immediately with your choice of pasta, rice, or a side salad. This dish reheats well and can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.