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Creamy Garlic Chicken Breasts

This creamy garlic chicken features tender chicken breasts in a rich and flavorful creamy garlic sauce, perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner or an elegant meal to impress guests.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces chicken breasts Make sure they are of even thickness for consistent cooking.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced Sauté until fragrant.
  • 1 cup heavy cream Can substitute with half-and-half for a lighter option.
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste Season generously.
  • Chopped parsley for garnish Adds brightness to the dish.

Method
 

Cooking
  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Season chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper, then add them to the skillet. Cook for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden and cooked through, then remove and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about one minute.
  4. Lower the heat and pour in the heavy cream, stirring until combined.
  5. Gradually mix in Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and smooth.
  6. Return the chicken to the skillet and coat each piece in the sauce.
  7. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until warmed through.
  8. Finish with a sprinkle of chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 35gFat: 40gSaturated Fat: 20gSodium: 400mgSugar: 1g

Notes

To keep leftovers fresh, store in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days. Reheat gently in a skillet over low heat. For freezing, separate the chicken and sauce to maintain texture.

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