Creamy Garlic Chicken (Printable)

Tender chicken in a rich, creamy garlic sauce ready in 35 minutes

# What You Need:

→ Meats

01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.3 lbs)

→ Vegetables

02 - 5 large garlic cloves, minced
03 - 1 small onion, finely chopped
04 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

→ Spices & Seasonings

05 - 1 teaspoon salt
06 - ½ teaspoon black pepper
07 - 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

→ Dairy

08 - 2 tablespoons butter
09 - ¾ cup heavy cream
10 - ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

→ Miscellaneous

11 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
12 - ½ cup low-sodium chicken broth

# How To Make:

01 - Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning on both sides.
02 - Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken breasts and cook for 5–7 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken and set aside.
03 - In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium. Add onion and garlic; sauté for 2–3 minutes until fragrant and translucent.
04 - Pour in the chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the pan. Let it simmer for 2 minutes.
05 - Stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, whisking until the sauce is smooth. Simmer gently for another 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened.
06 - Return the chicken to the skillet, coating it in the sauce. Simmer for 3–5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld. Sprinkle with fresh parsley and additional Parmesan, if desired. Serve immediately with your choice of sides.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The sauce comes together so beautifully you'll want to lick the plate
  • Perfect for dinner guests but simple enough for Tuesday nights
  • Leftovers reheat beautifully for lunch the next day
02 -
  • Overcrowding the pan steams the chicken instead of searing it, work in batches if needed
  • The sauce thickens as it cools, so remove from heat when it still looks slightly loose
  • Garlic burns easily, so keep the heat medium once you add the aromatics
03 -
  • Use freshly grated Parmesan instead of pre grated for better melting
  • Let the chicken rest a few minutes before serving to keep it juicy

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