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Creamy Garlic Chicken

Indulgent Creamy Garlic Chicken for a Cozy Dinner Night

Indulge in this Creamy Garlic Chicken, a quick and comforting dish perfect for dinner.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 475

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 boneless skinless Chicken Breasts Pat dry for best results
  • to taste Salt Adjust according to preference
  • to taste Black Pepper Adjust according to preference
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning Can substitute with thyme or oregano
  • 2 tablespoons All-Purpose Flour Use gluten-free flour if desired
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Substitute with vegetable oil if preferred
  • 10 cloves Garlic (minced) Use fresh for best flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Can substitute with plant-based butter
  • 2.5 cups Chicken Broth Vegetable broth can be used
  • 1 cube Beef Bouillon Can omit or replace with mushroom broth
  • 1 teaspoon Low Sodium Soy Sauce Use tamari for gluten-free option
  • 0.5 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon Dried Thyme
  • 0.5 teaspoon Mustard Powder Can replace with Dijon mustard if desired
  • 0.5 cup Heavy Cream Coconut cream can be substituted
  • 4 tablespoons Parmesan Cheese (shredded) Nutritional yeast can be used as a vegan alternative
  • to taste Fresh Parsley (for garnish) Basil or chives can be alternatives
  • to taste Fresh Lemon Juice Lime juice can be used as well

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • meat thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Creamy Garlic Chicken
  1. Start by patting the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and slice them into even pieces. Season generously with salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning. Dredge each piece in all-purpose flour, shaking off excess.
  2. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken and cook for 4-6 minutes per side until golden brown. Transfer to a plate and let rest.
  3. Melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter in the remaining oil. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Sprinkle in 2 tablespoons of flour to make a roux, stirring for about 2 minutes.
  4. Whisk in 2.5 cups of chicken broth, breaking up the roux lumps. Add the beef bouillon cube, soy sauce, onion powder, thyme, and mustard powder. Simmer gently for about 5 minutes.
  5. Reduce heat to low, stir in 0.5 cup of heavy cream and 4 tablespoons of Parmesan, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens. Add lemon juice to taste.
  6. Return the chicken to the skillet to coat with the sauce and warm through for about 2-3 minutes. Garnish with parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 475kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 36gFat: 34gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 789mgPotassium: 560mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This recipe is adaptable; feel free to add vegetables or experiment with proteins.

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