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This Creamy Garlic Chicken recipe features tender, pan-seared chicken breasts smothered in a rich and flavorful garlic cream sauce, perfect for a comforting dinner that's easy to prepare.

Ingredients

Chicken

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.3 lbs. total)
  • 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour

Cooking Fats

  • 2 Tbsp olive oil
  • 2 Tbsp butter, divided

Garlic and Sauce

  • 1 whole garlic bulb (about 8-9 garlic cloves)
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 3/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • Salt and Pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare Chicken: Using a sharp knife, fillet each chicken breast into two thinner cutlets or use thin-cut chicken breasts. Season each breast with Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Sprinkle the flour over both sides and rub until evenly coated.
  2. Cook Chicken: Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add olive oil and 1 Tbsp of butter. Once hot, add the chicken and cook about 4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken to a clean plate and cover to keep warm.
  3. Prepare Garlic: Peel the garlic cloves and smash them with the side of a chef's knife by pressing down with the heel of your hand.
  4. Sauté Garlic: In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 Tbsp butter. Add garlic cloves and reduce heat to medium-low. Sauté for 3 minutes until lightly browned and fragrant, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
  5. Make Sauce: Pour chicken broth and heavy cream into the skillet, add garlic powder, and stir while scraping up browned bits. Let the sauce simmer for 8-10 minutes until reduced and thickened by half. Season with about ⅛ tsp salt and ⅛ tsp black pepper or to taste.
  6. Finish Dish: Return cooked chicken to the skillet and spoon sauce over the top. Allow chicken to heat through before serving. Optionally, garnish with fresh chopped parsley.

Notes

  • You can substitute boneless, skinless chicken thighs instead of chicken breasts.
  • If pressed for time, use 2.5 Tbsp of pre-minced garlic instead of peeling and smashing fresh cloves.
  • Ensure to stir garlic frequently to avoid burning and bitterness.
  • For a thicker sauce, simmer a little longer until desired consistency is achieved.

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