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Creamy Garlic Chicken

This creamy garlic chicken brings rich flavor, tender bites, and a quick stovetop method that fits busy evenings. The sauce turns silky as it cooks, so each spoonful feels warm and calming while still tasting fresh.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 chicken thighs boneless, skinless
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • 2 tbsp parsley chopped, for garnish
  • salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large Skillet

Method
 

  1. Pat the chicken dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.
  2. Mince the garlic and grate the parmesan. Measure the cream and broth in advance.
  3. Heat butter in a large skillet over medium heat until melted and bubbling.
  4. Sear the chicken thighs for about 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
  5. Add garlic to the skillet and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  6. Deglaze the pan with chicken broth, scraping up any brown bits.
  7. Stir in the heavy cream and grated Parmesan. Let it simmer gently until thickened.
  8. Return the chicken to the pan and simmer for another 5 minutes or until cooked through.
  9. Sprinkle with chopped parsley, taste for seasoning, and serve warm.

Notes

You can swap chicken thighs for breasts if preferred. To prevent curdling, do not boil the cream and add it only after the broth has simmered. This dish pairs well with rice, mashed potatoes, or pasta.