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Creamy Garlic Chicken

Deliciously Easy Creamy Garlic Chicken in 20 Minutes

Creamy Garlic Chicken is a quick and easy dish that elevates weeknight dinners with its rich flavor and creamy sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pieces Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts Cut in half horizontally
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly cracked preferred
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Smoked adds deeper flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Substitute with fresh onions if desired
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme Fresh can be used, adjust quantity
  • 1/2 cup Plain Flour Gluten-free flour works too
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Substitute with neutral oil if preferred
  • 1 tablespoon Unsalted Butter Use salted if preferred
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 4 cloves Fresh Garlic Minced right before using
  • 1 cup Chicken Stock Low-sodium preferred
  • 1 cup Thickened Cream Coconut cream as dairy-free alternative
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard Skip or reduce for milder flavor
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Nutritional yeast for dairy-free option
For Final Touching
  • Sea Salt Flakes For final seasoning adjustments
  • Black Pepper For final seasoning adjustments

Equipment

  • Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Creamy Garlic Chicken
  1. Prepare your chicken breasts by patting them dry with a paper towel. Season both sides generously with salt, black pepper, paprika, onion powder, and dried thyme. Lightly dust each piece with flour.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil and unsalted butter. Once melted, carefully place the seasoned chicken breasts in the pan. Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  3. Remove chicken and set aside. In the same pan, add another tablespoon of butter and minced garlic. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Add chicken stock to the skillet, scraping up any browned bits. Pour in thickened cream, Dijon mustard, and grated Parmesan cheese. Stir constantly to combine until smooth and slightly thickened, about 2-3 minutes.
  5. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, ensuring it is well coated in the sauce. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to warm through. Season with sea salt flakes and black pepper.
  6. Plate the Creamy Garlic Chicken and serve hot, optionally garnished with chopped parsley and lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 32gFat: 32gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgSugar: 2gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

For best results, ensure the chicken is of uniform thickness. Use fresh spices and seasonings. Stir constantly while making the sauce to achieve a creamy consistency.

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