Creamy Garlic Chicken
Easy One-Pan Creamy Garlic Chicken – A Family Favorite – Quick, Savory & Delicious
Equipment
- Large Skillet or Cast-Iron Pan For searing the chicken and making the creamy garlic sauce in one pan
- Chef’s Knife For cutting the chicken breasts and mincing the garlic.
- Cutting Board To safely prepare the chicken and ingredients.
- Measuring Cups & Spoons For accurate ingredient portions (especially cream, broth, and seasonings).
- Wooden Spoon or Spatula For stirring the garlic butter sauce and deglazing the pan.
- Tongs To easily flip and handle the chicken while cooking.
- Garlic Press (Optional) If you prefer finely minced garlic without manually chopping.
- Instant-Read Meat Thermometer (optional) Ensures the chicken is perfectly cooked to 165°F (74°C).
Ingredients
Main Ingredients:
- 2 large chicken breasts boneless and skinless
- 3 tbsp butter
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese grated
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Seasonings & Herbs:
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp thyme
- ½ tsp oregano
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes optional for spice
Instructions
Season & Sear the Chicken
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and herbs, then sear each side for 5 minutes until golden brown. Remove from the pan.
Prepare the Garlic Butter Cream Sauce
- In the same pan, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant. Stir in chicken broth, heavy cream, and Parmesan.
Combine & Simmer
- Return the chicken to the skillet and let it simmer for 10-12 minutes until fully cooked.
Serve & Garnish
- Top with freshly grated Parmesan and chopped parsley.
Notes
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)
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- Calories: ~450 kcal
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- Protein: 30g
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- Fats: 35g
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- Carbs: ~5g