Creamy Chicken Recipe
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this creamy chicken dish. Tender chicken breasts are enveloped in a rich, velvety sauce infused with garlic and fresh herbs, creating a delightful experience for your taste buds. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this recipe is sure to impress. Serve it over rice or pasta, and enjoy the aroma that fills your kitchen as you savor every bite!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme or parsley, chopped
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by gathering everything you need.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then cook for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove from skillet and let rest.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and fresh herbs; sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the pan. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- Add lemon juice, salt, and pepper to taste.
- Return the chicken to the skillet and let simmer in the sauce for an additional 3-5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 130mg