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A serving of creamy garlic chicken in a white bowl with fresh parsley.

Creamy Garlic Chicken

This creamy garlic chicken recipe is a quick and delicious meal perfect for a weeknight dinner. Tender chicken in a rich garlic cream sauce makes for a satisfying and flavorful dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4 people
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • tongs

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 4 medium chicken breasts boneless, skinless
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • 0.5 cup chicken broth
  • 2 cups spinach fresh
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Cooking

  • Sear chicken for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through; set aside.
  • Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  • Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth, bringing it to a simmer.
  • Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce thickens.
  • Add fresh spinach and cook until wilted.

Serving

  • Return chicken to the skillet, coating it with the creamy sauce.
  • Serve immediately with your favorite sides like pasta or rice.

Notes

For an extra touch, garnish with fresh parsley. You can also add mushrooms or sun-dried tomatoes for more flavor.