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Creamy Garlic Chicken

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
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
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.