Name: Easy Creamy Garlic Chicken
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Ingredients: 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts; 1 teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon black pepper; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 3 tablespoons unsalted butter; 5 cloves garlic, minced; 1 cup heavy cream; ½ cup chicken broth; ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese; 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning; ½ teaspoon paprika; 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Difficulty:BeginnerPrep time: 10 minutesCook time: 25 minutesRest time: 5 minutesTotal time: 40 minutesCooking Temp:190 CServings:4 servingsEstimated Cost:12 $Calories:520 kcal Best Season:Available

Description

This easy creamy garlic chicken is a comforting and flavorful dinner made with tender chicken breasts, fresh garlic, and a rich, creamy sauce. It comes together quickly with simple ingredients and is perfect for busy weeknights. Serve it with rice, pasta, mashed potatoes, or crusty bread for a delicious homemade meal

Instructions

Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels, then season both sides with salt, black pepper, and paprika.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 5–6 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer the chicken to a plate.
Reduce the heat to medium and add the butter to the same skillet. Add the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds, until fragrant.
Pour in the chicken broth and scrape the bottom of the skillet to release the browned bits.
Add the heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning. Stir well and simmer for 3–4 minutes, until the sauce becomes creamy and slightly thickened.
Return the chicken to the skillet and spoon the creamy garlic sauce over the top. Simmer for 2–3 minutes so the chicken absorbs the flavors.
Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm with rice, pasta, mashed potatoes, or crusty bread.

Easy Creamy Garlic Chicken