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Creamy garlic chicken served on a plate with herbs and spices

Creamy Garlic Chicken

Indulge in this rich and flavorful creamy garlic chicken recipe, perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner. Tender chicken breasts are coated in a luscious garlic-parmesan cream sauce, making for a truly comforting meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1.5 lb Chicken Breasts boneless, skinless
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 2 tbsp Butter
  • 6 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1.5 cups Heavy Cream
  • 0.5 cup Chicken Broth
  • 0.5 cup Parmesan Cheese grated
  • 5 oz Fresh Spinach
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Cutting Board
  • Chef's Knife
  • Whisk

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Sear chicken for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through, then remove and set aside.
  3. Reduce heat to medium, add butter to the skillet, and sauté minced garlic for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer, then stir in grated Parmesan cheese.
  5. Return chicken to the skillet, add fresh spinach, and cook until the spinach wilts and the sauce thickens slightly.
  6. Serve immediately, optionally garnished with extra Parmesan or fresh parsley.

Notes

This dish pairs wonderfully with pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes. For extra richness, add a splash of white wine to the sauce before adding the cream. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.