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Creamy Garlic Chicken

Tender pan-seared chicken breasts smothered in a rich, savory garlic cream sauce. A perfect 30-minute weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, French
Calories: 580
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken
  • 2 large chicken breasts sliced into cutlets
  • 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp salt divided
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter
Creamy Sauce
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 6-8 cloves garlic peeled and whole or smashed
  • 1 cup chicken broth low sodium
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese freshly grated
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley chopped for garnish

Equipment

  • Large Skillet or Cast Iron Pan
  • Tongs
  • Whisk
  • Chef Knife

Method
 

  1. Slice chicken breasts horizontally to create 4 even cutlets. Pat dry.
  2. Mix flour, garlic powder, 1/2 tsp salt, and pepper in a shallow dish. Dredge chicken in flour, shaking off excess.
  3. Heat olive oil and 1 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Sear chicken for 4-5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove to a plate.
  5. Reduce heat to medium. Add remaining butter and garlic cloves to the pan. Sauté 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
  6. Pour in chicken broth to deglaze, scraping up brown bits. Simmer 3 minutes to reduce.
  7. Lower heat to medium-low. Stir in heavy cream and thyme. Simmer 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
  8. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted. Add salt to taste.
  9. Return chicken to the pan, spooning sauce over top. Garnish with parsley and serve.

Notes

Serve with mashed potatoes and green beans for the complete experience shown in the photos.