Description
Garlic Butter Chicken with Creamy Sauce is a delightful dish that transforms tender chicken breasts into a gourmet experience. Bathed in a rich garlic butter sauce and finished with a creamy texture, this recipe is easy to prepare and sure to impress your family or guests. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, it pairs beautifully with pasta, rice, or crusty bread to soak up the luscious sauce. Enjoy the comforting aroma that fills your kitchen as you savor each flavorful bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels for optimal searing.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter until bubbly. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then add them to the skillet. Cook each side for 5-7 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet. Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth, stirring to combine with the browned bits.
- Add salt, pepper, and parsley; let simmer for 3-5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Return the chicken to the skillet for an additional minute before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (approximately 6 oz)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 39g
- Saturated Fat: 23g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 145mg