Description
Indulgent creamy garlic chicken delivers restaurant-quality comfort right from your kitchen. Silky sauce and tender chicken merge into a delightful meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts
Seasoning and Coating:
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Flour for dredging
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
Cooking and Sauce Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 whole head garlic, cloves peeled
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) chicken broth or stock
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) heavy/whipping cream
- Parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Generously coat chicken breasts with seasoned flour, ensuring an even, light dusting for optimal browning.
- Sear chicken in a blend of olive oil and butter over medium heat until a rich golden crust forms on both sides, approximately 4-5 minutes per side. Transfer to a separate plate.
- Reduce heat and gently toast minced garlic in remaining butter until fragrant and lightly caramelized, releasing its aromatic essence.
- Deglaze the skillet by pouring chicken broth, introducing bright lemon juice and complementary garlic powder, scraping up flavorful browned bits from the pan’s surface.
- Stream heavy cream into the bubbling liquid, creating a luxurious sauce foundation. Allow mixture to gently simmer and gradually thicken.
- Carefully reintroduce seared chicken into the creamy sauce, nestling pieces to ensure complete coverage. Continue cooking at low-medium heat until chicken reaches 165°F internal temperature and sauce reaches desired consistency, approximately 8-10 minutes.
- Finish the dish with a delicate sprinkle of fresh parsley for color and subtle herbaceous notes. Serve immediately while sauce remains warm and silky.
Notes
- Flour coating helps create a golden, crispy exterior on the chicken while sealing in moisture for tender meat.
- Use fresh garlic cloves for a more robust and authentic flavor compared to pre-minced garlic from a jar.
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or Greek yogurt to reduce calories without sacrificing creaminess.
- Ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F to guarantee safe and perfectly cooked protein.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 665 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 430 mg
- Fat: 57 g
- Saturated Fat: 30 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 25 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 40 g
- Cholesterol: 190 mg