Description
This Creamy Garlic Chicken recipe features tender chicken breasts coated in a seasoned flour mixture, pan-seared to golden perfection, and simmered in a luscious creamy garlic sauce. With simple ingredients and quick cooking time, it’s a perfect weeknight dinner that’s both comforting and flavorful.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Coating
- 1/4 cup flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 large chicken breasts (cut into 4 thinner pieces)
Sauce
- 3 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
- 2 tablespoons minced garlic (about 5-6 cloves)
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice
Instructions
- Prepare Flour Mixture: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and black pepper to create an even coating for the chicken.
- Coat Chicken: Cut each chicken breast in half to create four thinner pieces. Place them in the flour mixture bowl and ensure each piece is evenly coated on all sides.
- Cook Chicken: Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large nonstick pan over medium-high heat. Cook the coated chicken pieces for 3-4 minutes per side until they develop a golden brown crust. Once cooked, remove the chicken from the pan and set it aside.
- Sauté Garlic: Reduce heat to medium and add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil along with the minced garlic to the pan. Cook for 30 to 60 seconds until the garlic becomes fragrant and lightly browned, but not burnt.
- Make Sauce: Pour in the chicken broth, heavy cream, and sprinkle garlic powder into the pan. Bring the mixture to a boil and let it simmer for 7-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and reduces by about 60%, creating a rich and creamy texture.
- Finish and Serve: Stir in the lemon juice to brighten the sauce. Return the cooked chicken to the pan and simmer for an additional 1-2 minutes just to warm the chicken through. Serve immediately and enjoy this flavorful Creamy Garlic Chicken!
Notes
- To ensure chicken cooks evenly, cutting breasts into thinner pieces is essential.
- Do not burn the garlic in the sauce step; a light golden color is perfect.
- You can substitute heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter sauce, but creaminess will be reduced.
- Add freshly chopped parsley or basil at the end for a fresh herbal note.
- Serve with rice, pasta, or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
