This Creamy Garlic Chicken recipe features golden pan-seared chicken breasts simmered in a rich, garlicky cream sauce. An easy one-pan meal that’s packed with flavor and perfect for dinner any night of the week.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
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4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
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¼ cup all-purpose flour
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2 tbsp olive oil
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2 tbsp unsalted butter
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6 cloves garlic, minced
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1 cup chicken broth
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1 cup heavy cream
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¼ cup grated Parmesan (optional)
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Chopped parsley or thyme, for garnish
Instructions
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Season chicken with salt and pepper, then coat lightly in flour.
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Heat oil and butter in a skillet over medium-high. Sear chicken 4–5 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
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Reduce heat. Sauté garlic until fragrant (1–2 minutes).
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Pour in chicken broth, scraping the pan. Add cream and simmer 5–6 minutes. Stir in Parmesan if using.
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Return chicken to the skillet. Simmer, covered, for 10–12 minutes until fully cooked.
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Garnish with herbs and serve hot.