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Easy Creamy Garlic Chicken

A rich and creamy dish featuring tender chicken breasts enveloped in a savory garlic sauce, perfect for cozy family meals.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces chicken breasts Boneless and skinless recommended
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil For frying
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced Freshly minced for best flavor
  • 1 cup heavy cream Substitute with half-and-half for a lighter version
  • 1 cup chicken broth Low sodium preferred
  • 1 teaspoon salt Adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper Freshly ground for flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning Adds a nice herb flavor
  • to taste Fresh parsley for garnish Chopped

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Start by gathering your chicken and ingredients. Mince the garlic and have everything ready for quick assembly.
Cooking
  1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Once the oil is hot, add the chicken breasts and sear them for about 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
  2. In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Pour in the chicken broth, scraping any bits stuck to the pan, and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  3. Lower the heat and stir in the heavy cream and Italian seasoning. Allow this to simmer for another 5 minutes until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency.
  4. Return the chicken to the skillet, coating each piece in the creamy sauce. Let it simmer together for an additional minute or two.
Serving
  1. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley to brighten up the dish!

Notes

To store, place in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Can freeze for up to 2 months; reheat gently on the stove with a splash of chicken broth.