Description
Succulent garlic chicken dances with rich, velvety sauce in this classic comfort dish. Tender poultry nestled in herb-infused cream promises hearty satisfaction you cannot resist.
Ingredients
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Main Protein:
- 4 chicken breasts
Dairy and Cream:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese
- 4 tablespoons butter
Seasonings and Aromatics:
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Generously coat chicken breasts with salt and pepper, ensuring even seasoning on all surfaces.
- Warm a skillet over medium heat, combining olive oil and butter until melted and slightly bubbling.
- Place seasoned chicken into the hot skillet, cooking for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Transfer cooked chicken to a plate, keeping warm and retaining skillet drippings.
- Reduce heat and add minced garlic to the same skillet, sautéing for 30-45 seconds until aromatic and lightly golden.
- Pour chicken broth and heavy cream into the skillet, whisking continuously to create a smooth, integrated sauce.
- Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese into the liquid, stirring consistently until the sauce thickens and develops a rich, creamy consistency.
- Gently return chicken breasts to the skillet, delicately spooning sauce over each piece to ensure complete coverage.
- Allow chicken to warm through in the sauce for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Garnish with finely chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately while sauce remains warm and silky.
Notes
- Use bone-in chicken breasts for extra flavor and moisture, which prevents the meat from drying out during cooking.
- Adjust sauce thickness by simmering longer for a richer consistency or adding more broth if it becomes too dense.
- Transform this dish into a low-carb option by replacing heavy cream with coconut cream or Greek yogurt for a lighter alternative.
- Ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F to guarantee safe and perfectly cooked meat, using a meat thermometer for precision.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg