Creamy Garlic Chicken
A delightful dish combining tender chicken with a rich cream and garlic sauce, perfect for weeknight meals.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs Boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 2 tbsp Olive oil Perfect for crisping the chicken
- 4 cloves Garlic, minced Providing aromatic and robust flavor
- 1 cup Low-sodium Chicken broth For a rich, savory base
- 0.5 cup Heavy cream Lending the dish its creamy, luxurious consistency
- 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese For a cheesy, savory kick
- 1 tsp Dried Italian herbs To bring a hint of herby freshness
- 0.5 tsp Salt For seasoning
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper To taste
- 2 tbsp Chopped fresh parsley For garnish
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Start by cutting the boneless, skinless chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Add the chicken pieces to the skillet in a single layer and season with salt and black pepper. Cook for about 6-7 minutes, turning occasionally until they are golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside.
- In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Pour in the low-sodium chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.
- Reduce the heat to low and add the heavy cream, stirring to combine. Then, add the grated Parmesan cheese and dried Italian herbs. Stir until the cheese melts and the sauce begins to thicken.
- Add the cooked chicken back to the skillet, stirring to coat it in the creamy sauce. Allow it to simmer for 3-4 minutes, ensuring the chicken is warmed through.
- Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the top. Serve hot over pasta, rice, or alongside steamed vegetables.
Notes
Consider marinating the chicken for extra flavor, and feel free to customize with extra ingredients like mushrooms or spinach.