Description
This Minimal Ingredient Creamy Garlic Chicken is the ultimate quick comfort food. With just a few pantry staples, you get a creamy, flavorful dish that looks and tastes gourmet. Perfect for busy weeknights when you want something satisfying without the fuss.
Ingredients
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Salt and black pepper, to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 tablespoons butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup chicken broth
Optional: Fresh chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Pat chicken breasts dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear chicken for 4–5 minutes per side until golden. Remove and set aside.
- Reduce heat to medium. Melt butter in the same skillet and add minced garlic. Cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add chicken broth to deglaze the pan, then stir in heavy cream. Simmer for 3–4 minutes to slightly thicken.
- Return chicken to skillet. Spoon sauce over chicken and simmer on low for 7–10 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through.
- Garnish with parsley if desired and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner