This one-pan creamy garlic chicken is easy, quick, and packed with flavor! Tender, juicy chicken is smothered in a garlicky parmesan cream sauce, making it the perfect dish for a cozy meal.
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- 2 large chicken breasts, sliced in half lengthwise
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
For the Creamy Garlic Sauce:
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice (optional)
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
1. Cook the Chicken
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear the chicken for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Remove and set aside.
2. Make the Creamy Garlic Sauce
- Reduce heat to medium and melt butter in the same skillet.
- Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth, scraping up browned bits.
- Stir in heavy cream, parmesan, and Italian seasoning. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until thickened.
- Add lemon juice for extra brightness (optional).
3. Combine & Serve
- Return chicken to the skillet and coat in the sauce.
- Simmer for 3-4 minutes until chicken is fully cooked.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with mashed potatoes, rice, or pasta!
Pro Tips for the Best Creamy Garlic Chicken
✔ For extra richness, use half heavy cream & half cream cheese!
✔ Want more flavor? Add sun-dried tomatoes or spinach to the sauce.
✔ Make it spicy by adding red pepper flakes!
Want a low-carb version? Serve it with zucchini noodles or cauliflower mash! 🍽✨
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