Creamy Chicken Delight
Indulge in the comforting embrace of this creamy chicken recipe, where tender chicken breasts are enveloped in a luscious garlic-infused cream sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this dish is not only easy to prepare but also full of flavor, making it a family favorite. Served over rice or pasta, it’s guaranteed to warm hearts and fill bellies with every bite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tsp fresh thyme, chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Pat dry the chicken breasts and season with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic for about 30 seconds until fragrant; remove from pan.
- Add seasoned chicken to the skillet and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth, scraping up any flavorful bits from the pan. Stir in thyme and parsley.
- Let simmer for 5 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Serve hot over rice or pasta, drizzling extra sauce on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (about 250g)
- Calories: 475
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 43g
- Cholesterol: 160mg