Description
This Creamy Garlic Chicken Breasts recipe features tender chicken in a rich garlic cream sauce, perfect for a quick, flavorful dinner full of irresistible taste!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, or 2 large breasts halved horizontally
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ cup (31 g) all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
- 5 teaspoons garlic, minced
- 1 cup (8 ounces) chicken broth
- ½ cup (119 g) heavy cream
- ¼ cup (25 g) finely grated Parmesan cheese
- 1–2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice, optional, to brighten flavor
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- If the chicken breasts are thick, pound them to about ½ to ¾ inch thickness for even cooking. Season both sides with Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Place the flour in a small bowl or plate. Lightly coat the chicken, shaking off any excess.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat the olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter.
- Add the chicken breasts and cook for 4 to 5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through to an internal temperature of 165°F. Depending on the size of the skillet, you may need to work in batches. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Reduce the heat to medium. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons butter to the same skillet. Once melted, add the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds.
- Pour in the chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Let it simmer for 2 to 3 minutes to reduce slightly.
- Reduce heat to medium-low. Stir in the heavy cream, and let the sauce gently simmer 3 to 4 minutes, until slightly thickened.
- Gradually whisk in the Parmesan cheese until smooth.
- Return the chicken breasts to the skillet. Spoon the sauce over the chicken and simmer on low heat for 1 to 2 minutes, just until warmed through. Stir in lemon juice, if using.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
Pounding the chicken ensures even cooking and tenderness.
Feel free to adjust the garlic amount based on your preference.
Serving with pasta or rice can enhance the meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 44g
- Cholesterol: 150mg