Creamy Garlic Chicken
Ingredients
- 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts
- to tasteSalt & pepper
- Flour
for dredging
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
divided
- 1 whole head garlic
cloves peeled
- 1/2 cup chicken broth or stock
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 cup heavy/whipping cream
- Parsley)
chopped (optional
Directions
- 1
Cut the chicken in half lengthwise so you have 4 smaller cutlets. Generously season them with salt & pepper and coat them in the flour.
- 2
Add the olive oil and 1 tbsp of the butter to a skillet over medium-high heat. Once the pan is hot, sauté the chicken for 4-5 minutes/side or until it's nice and golden. Take the chicken out of the pan and set it aside.
- 3
Reduce the heat to medium (or even med-low if using cast iron), and add the rest of the butter to the pan. Let it melt and then add the garlic cloves. Cook them for 3-4 minutes, stirring often, until they're lightly browned on the outside.
- 4
Add the chicken broth, lemon juice, and garlic powder to the pan. Let it bubble for around 4 minutes or until the liquid is noticeably reduced.
- 5
Stir in the cream and add the chicken back into the pan. Let it cook for another 5 minutes or so, until the sauce is reduced and the chicken is cooked through. Serve with freshly chopped parsley if you wish.
Creamy Garlic Chicken
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About this Recipe
Craving the ultimate comfort food that's both easy to make and bursting with flavor? This Creamy Garlic Chicken recipe delivers irresistible tender chicken smothered in a rich, velvety garlic sauce, perfect for any night of the week.
What makes this Creamy Garlic Chicken truly special is the generous use of a whole head of fresh garlic, combined with a hint of lemon juice and a touch of garlic powder to create a deeply layered, aromatic sauce. The flour dredging on the chicken breasts ensures a beautiful sear and helps the sauce cling perfectly to every bite, making it an instant family favorite.
Prepare your taste buds for an incredibly satisfying experience. You'll find succulent, tender chicken breasts enveloped in a luscious, savory cream sauce that's rich with garlic flavor but beautifully balanced by the brightness of lemon. This dish feels indulgent, offering that restaurant-quality taste, yet it comes together with surprising ease, proving that delicious comfort food doesn't have to be complicated.
While perfect as is, you can easily adjust this Creamy Garlic Chicken to your preference. For an extra herbaceous note, stir in a bit of dried Italian herbs with the garlic powder, or add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a subtle kick. If you're out of fresh parsley, a sprinkle of chives or dried parsley works beautifully as a garnish.
This comforting Creamy Garlic Chicken makes an excellent weeknight meal or a fantastic dish to serve when entertaining friends. It pairs beautifully with simple sides like steamed rice, pasta, or crusty bread to soak up every last drop of that amazing creamy garlic sauce.