Creamy Garlic Chicken

Prep: 10 mins

Cook: 20 mins

Servings: 4

Category: Dinner

Ingredients

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs if you prefer!)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (or butter—your call)
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced (go big if you’re a garlic fiend)
  • 1 cup heavy cream (the good, rich stuff)
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth (adds that extra yum)
  • 1/3 cup grated Parmesan (freshly grated is chef’s kiss)
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: fresh parsley (for that fancy touch)

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories: 450
Total Fat: 32g
Cholesterol: 150mg
Carbohydrates: 4g
Sugars: 1g
Protein: 35g

Instructions

  1. Let’s get cozy with this one! Season your chicken breasts with salt and pepper—give ‘em some love on both sides. Heat up a big skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil or butter—your kitchen’s about to smell amazing!
  2. Toss the chicken into the hot skillet. Cook for about 5-6 minutes per side until they’re golden and cooked through (165°F/75°C inside if you’re checking). Don’t crowd the pan—give ‘em space to shine! Once done, set them aside on a plate.
  3. In the same skillet (keep all that tasty goodness!), add the minced garlic. Stir it around for 30 seconds—oh man, that smell! Don’t let it burn, though; garlic gets grumpy fast.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth and let it bubble for a minute, scraping up those yummy brown bits from the bottom. Then add the heavy cream and Parmesan—stir it until it’s smooth and dreamy.
  5. Sprinkle in the Italian seasoning and a little more salt and pepper to taste. Let the sauce simmer for 2-3 minutes—it’ll thicken up a bit and get all velvety. Give it a taste; you might just swoon!
  6. Slide the chicken back into the skillet, spooning that creamy sauce all over it. Let it hang out for a couple minutes to soak up the flavor—pure comfort right there.
  7. If you’ve got parsley, chop some up and sprinkle it on top—it looks so pretty and adds a fresh pop. Serve it hot with mashed potatoes, pasta, or just a big spoon if you can’t wait. Enjoy every creamy, garlicky bite!