Creamy Garlic Chicken

Craving a quick, healthy, and incredibly flavorful dinner that’s ready in under 30 minutes? Look no further! Creamy Garlic Chicken is your answer. I know weeknights can be hectic, but this recipe is a game-changer. It’s the kind of dish that even my picky eaters devour, leaving everyone feeling satisfied and happy. Trust me, you need this in your repertoire.

Why You Will Love This Recipe

This recipe is a weeknight superhero! It’s not only incredibly quick to make but also packed with healthy ingredients and bursting with flavor. The creamy garlic sauce is simply irresistible, coating the chicken in a velvety embrace. Minimal cleanup, maximum taste – what’s not to love? Plus, it’s versatile! Serve it over pasta, rice, or even roasted vegetables for a complete and satisfying meal. You’ll love how easily it comes together and how much your family enjoys it.

A Family Favorite, Reimagined

Growing up, my grandmother always made a simple chicken dish with lots of garlic. It was her way of showing love through food. While her version was delicious, it was a bit time-consuming. This Creamy Garlic Chicken recipe is my modern, faster take on her classic. It captures the same comforting flavors and garlicky goodness I remember from my childhood, but with a streamlined process perfect for busy weeknights. Every time I make it, I feel a little closer to her.

Ingredients

• For the Chicken:

  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • Salt to taste

• For the Creamy Garlic Sauce:

  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 6 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp cold water
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

Step-by-Step Instructions for Making the Recipe

1. Prep the Chicken: Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces. In a bowl, combine the chicken with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well to coat.
2. Sear the Chicken: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until browned and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
3. Make the Garlic Sauce: In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute, until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
4. Add Broth and Cream: Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese.
5. Thicken the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and cold water until smooth. Pour the cornstarch slurry into the simmering sauce and stir constantly until the sauce thickens, about 1-2 minutes.
6. Combine Chicken and Sauce: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and toss to coat with the creamy garlic sauce. Heat through.
7. Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle with fresh parsley (if using) and red pepper flakes (if using). Serve Creamy Garlic Chicken immediately over your choice of pasta, rice, or vegetables. Enjoy!

Creamy Garlic Chicken

Craving a quick, healthy, and incredibly flavorful dinner that’s ready in under 30 minutes? Creamy Garlic Chicken is your answer! This recipe is a game-changer for busy weeknights, even picky eaters will devour it.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Total Time 30 minutes mins

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

For the Chicken

• 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp paprika
• 0.5 tsp garlic powder
• 0.25 tsp black pepper
• to taste Salt

For the Creamy Garlic Sauce

• 2 tbsp butter
• 6 cloves garlic minced
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 0.5 cup heavy cream
• 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tbsp cornstarch
• 2 tbsp cold water
• 0.25 cup chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
• 0.25 tsp red pepper flakes optional

Equipment

• Large Skillet
• Mixing Bowl
• Small Bowl
• Whisk

Method

 

1. Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces. In a bowl, combine the chicken with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well to coat.
   1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp paprika, 0.5 tsp garlic powder, 0.25 tsp black pepper, to taste Salt
2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until browned and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
   1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
3. In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute, until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
   2 tbsp butter, 6 cloves garlic
4. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese.
   1 cup chicken broth, 0.5 cup heavy cream, 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
5. In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and cold water until smooth. Pour the cornstarch slurry into the simmering sauce and stir constantly until the sauce thickens, about 1-2 minutes.
   1 tbsp cornstarch, 2 tbsp cold water
6. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and toss to coat with the creamy garlic sauce. Heat through.
   1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
7. Sprinkle with fresh parsley (if using) and red pepper flakes (if using). Serve Creamy Garlic Chicken immediately over your choice of pasta, rice, or vegetables. Enjoy!
   0.25 cup chopped fresh parsley, 0.25 tsp red pepper flakes

Notes

Serve Creamy Garlic Chicken immediately over your choice of pasta, rice, or vegetables.