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Creamy Garlic Chicken Recipe

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This Creamy Garlic Chicken recipe features tender chicken cutlets sautéed to golden perfection and simmered in a rich, garlicky cream sauce. Ready in just 30 minutes, it combines simple ingredients like garlic, butter, chicken broth, and cream to create an elegant yet easy meal perfect for weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

Chicken

  • 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • Salt & pepper (to taste)
  • Flour (for dredging)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter (divided)

Garlic Cream Sauce

  • 1 whole head garlic (cloves peeled)
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth or stock
  • 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 cup heavy/whipping cream
  • Parsley (chopped, optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the chicken: Cut each chicken breast in half lengthwise to create 4 thinner cutlets. Season them generously with salt and pepper, then dredge each piece in flour to lightly coat.
  2. Sauté the chicken: Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken cutlets and cook for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove the chicken and set aside.
  3. Cook the garlic: Reduce heat to medium or medium-low if using cast iron. Add the remaining tablespoon of butter to the pan and allow it to melt. Add the peeled garlic cloves, cooking for 3-4 minutes while stirring often, until they become lightly browned and fragrant.
  4. Deglaze and reduce: Pour in the chicken broth, add lemon juice and garlic powder. Allow the mixture to bubble and simmer for about 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the liquid has reduced noticeably.
  5. Finish the sauce and chicken: Stir in the heavy cream and return the chicken cutlets to the pan. Let everything cook together for another 5 minutes or until the sauce thickens and the chicken is cooked through. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired and serve warm.

Notes

  • For an extra burst of flavor, use fresh lemon zest along with the lemon juice.
  • Make sure not to overcrowd the pan when sautéing chicken to ensure even browning.
  • Adjust garlic quantity if you prefer a milder or stronger garlic flavor.
  • This dish pairs well with steamed vegetables, mashed potatoes, or cooked rice.
  • To keep the sauce thicker, simmer it a little longer before adding the cream.

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