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Creamy Garlic Chicken

A delicious, fast, and rich creamy garlic chicken recipe made in one skillet with a velvety garlic cream sauce.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 518

Ingredients
  

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breastsn1/2 tsp Italian seasoningn1/2 tsp saltn1/4 tsp freshly cracked black peppern1/4 cup all-purpose flourn2 Tbsp olive oiln2 Tbsp buttern1 whole garlic bulbn1 cup chicken brothn3/4 cup heavy creamn1/2 tsp garlic powder 2 boneless, skinless chicken breastsn1/2 tsp Italian seasoningn1/2 tsp saltn1/4 tsp freshly cracked black peppern1/4 cup all-purpose flourn2 Tbsp olive oiln2 Tbsp buttern1 whole garlic bulbn1 cup chicken brothn3/4 cup heavy creamn1/2 tsp garlic powder

Method
 

  1. Fillet each chicken breast into two thinner cutlets using a sharp knife.nSeason each breast with Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.nSprinkle flour over both sides of the chicken and rub until evenly coated.nHeat a large skillet over medium heat and add olive oil and half of the butter.nCook the chicken until golden brown and cooked through.nRemove the cooked chicken to a clean plate and cover to keep warm.nPeel the garlic cloves and carefully smash them with the side of a chef's knife.nAdd the remaining butter and garlic cloves to the empty skillet.nSauté the garlic over medium-low heat until lightly browned and fragrant.nPour the chicken broth and heavy cream into the skillet.nAdd the garlic powder and stir to scrape up any brown bits.nSimmer the sauce until it reduces and thickens by half.nTaste the sauce and add salt and pepper if needed.nReturn the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet.nSpoon the creamy sauce over the chicken and allow it to heat through.nServe with fresh chopped parsley if desired.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Do not freeze, as the dairy-based sauce may separate.