Description
Creamy Garlic Chicken is a simple skillet dinner made with tender chicken breasts simmered in a smooth, garlic-forward cream sauce. Using just a handful of everyday ingredients, this recipe delivers rich flavor and a comforting texture that works perfectly for quick weeknight dinners or relaxed family meals.
Ingredients
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2 tablespoons oil
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2 boneless skinless chicken breasts split to make thinner breasts
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Salt and pepper to taste
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2 tablespoons freshly minced garlic (4–6 cloves)
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3/4 cup heavy whipping cream
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1/2 cup low sodium chicken broth
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1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1/8 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
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Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until hot.
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Split each chicken breast into two thinner pieces and season both sides with salt and pepper.
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Add the chicken to the skillet and cook for 3–4 minutes per side, until golden brown.
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Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for about 1 minute, stirring gently, until fragrant.
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Pour in the heavy whipping cream and chicken broth, stirring to combine and scraping the bottom of the pan.
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Add the dried parsley, salt, and black pepper. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer.
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Simmer until the sauce thickens slightly and the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
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If desired, thicken the sauce slightly more using a cornstarch slurry, then remove from heat and serve.
Notes
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Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until hot.
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Split each chicken breast into two thinner pieces and season both sides with salt and pepper.
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Add the chicken to the skillet and cook for 3–4 minutes per side, until golden brown.
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Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for about 1 minute, stirring gently, until fragrant.
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Pour in the heavy whipping cream and chicken broth, stirring to combine and scraping the bottom of the pan.
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Add the dried parsley, salt, and black pepper. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer.
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Simmer until the sauce thickens slightly and the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
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If desired, thicken the sauce slightly more using a cornstarch slurry, then remove from heat and serve.