Garlic-Lover’s Dream Creamy Garlic Chicken

Creamy Garlic Chicken is your answer to a quick, flavorful dinner with tender chicken in a rich garlic-infused sauce.

Creamy Garlic Chicken Recipe

Prepare a comforting meal with our Creamy Garlic Chicken, where tender chicken breasts meet a luxuriously creamy garlic sauce. This dish is perfect for a quick yet impressive dinner any night of the week. The garlic not only adds depth and warmth but also infuses the creamy sauce with a smooth and appealing flavor that perfectly complements the succulent chicken.

Ingredients

• Chicken
• 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts
• Salt/Pepper
• 3 teaspoons Italian seasonings
• ½ cup all-purpose flour
• 4 Tablespoons Parmesan cheese, shredded
• 3-4 Tablespoons olive oil

Sauce

• 3 Tablespoons unsalted butter
• 10 cloves garlic
• 3 Tablespoons flour
• 2 ½ cups chicken broth
• 1 beef bouillon cube or 1 tsp better than bouillon
• 1 teaspoon low sodium soy sauce, can sub Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• ½ teaspoon mustard powder
• ½ teaspoon dried thyme
• ½ cup heavy cream
• ½ cup Parmesan cheese, (optional)

Instructions

• Prep Work
• Combine the chicken broth, bouillon, soy sauce, onion powder, mustard powder, and thyme.
• Set aside.
• Combine flour and Parmesan cheese on a plate and measure out additional ingredients prior to beginning.
• Cut, Pound, Dredge, and Sear the Chicken:
• Slice the chicken to create 2-3 thinner slices. Place the chicken in a gallon freezer bag (or in between saran wrap) and use the textured side of a meat mallet to pound it to ½ inch thick.

• Pat is completely dry.
• Season with Italian seasoning and salt/pepper. Dredge each side in the flour mixture. Tap off excess.
• Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken in batches for 4-5 minutes per side, until a golden crust has developed. Set aside and leave brown remnants in the pan. (See notes for key tips for searing chicken.)

Make the Sauce:

• Melt the butter in the skillet over medium/medium-low heat. Use a silicone spatula to “clean” the bottom of the pot. Add the garlic cloves and let them soften and caramelize for 6-7 minutes.
• Add the flour and whisk with a fork for 1-2 minutes, until raw flour smell is gone and it begins to brown.
• Add the chicken broth mixture in splashes, stirring continuously.
• Stir in the cream. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Stir in the Parmesan cheese.
• Add the chicken back to the pan along with any juice from the plate. Spoon the sauce on top.
• Cover and cook for 5 minutes. The sauce will continue to thicken during this time.
• Garnish with parsley and serve with mashed potatoes and roasted green beans!

Serving Suggestions

• Mashed Potatoes
• Roasted Green Beans
• Sautéed Mushrooms
• Steamed Asparagus

Tips and Tricks

• Heat the pan to a moderate-high temperature before adding chicken to ensure it doesn’t stick and develops a nice golden crust. If the chicken sticks, it’s not ready to flip. Let it cook a little longer until it releases easily.
• To enjoy the full flavor and texture of this dish, serve it as soon as it’s ready. The creamy sauce is best enjoyed warm, coating the tender chicken and sides.