Description
Succulent creamy garlic chicken brings Italian-inspired comfort straight to dinner tables with rich, velvety sauce and tender protein. Herb-infused and delightfully easy, this recipe delivers restaurant-quality magic that satisfies you in just one hearty bite.
Ingredients
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Proteins:
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese
Aromatics and Seasonings:
- 6 cloves garlic
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
Liquid and Creamy Components:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1/4 cup sour cream
Instructions
- Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels, then season thoroughly with salt, black pepper, thyme, and onion powder, ensuring even coverage.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, then carefully place seasoned chicken breasts into the pan.
- Sear chicken for 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F, creating a crispy exterior.
- Remove chicken from skillet and set aside, keeping warm on a plate tented with foil.
- Reduce heat to medium and add butter to the same skillet, allowing it to melt and become fragrant.
- Mince garlic cloves and sauté in the butter for 30-45 seconds until lightly golden and aromatic, being careful not to burn.
- Pour chicken broth into the skillet, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan to enhance flavor.
- Add heavy cream and stir continuously, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Whisk in sour cream and grated parmesan cheese, creating a smooth and velvety sauce.
- Return chicken to the skillet, coating each piece generously with the creamy garlic sauce.
- Simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes to reheat chicken and allow flavors to meld together.
- Serve immediately, spooning extra sauce over the chicken breasts for maximum flavor.
Notes
- Choose skinless chicken breasts for a leaner protein option that absorbs flavors quickly and evenly.
- Pat chicken completely dry before seasoning to achieve golden-brown exterior and prevent steaming instead of searing.
- Use fresh garlic cloves for more intense, robust flavor compared to pre-minced alternatives.
- Avoid burning garlic by keeping heat at medium and watching closely during sautéing, which prevents bitter taste.
- Consider low-fat modifications by substituting heavy cream with half-and-half or Greek yogurt for lighter sauce.
- Add red pepper flakes for subtle heat and extra dimension to the creamy garlic sauce.
- Let chicken rest briefly after cooking to retain maximum moisture and prevent dry texture.
- Pair with roasted vegetables or cauliflower rice for low-carb friendly meal adaptation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 675
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 52g
- Saturated Fat: 24g
- Unsaturated Fat: 23g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 41g
- Cholesterol: 200mg