Creamy Garlic Chicken Comfort (Print Version)
Golden-seared chicken in a luscious garlic cream sauce delivers cozy, satisfying comfort with simple ingredients.
# What You'll Need:
→ Poultry
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4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approximately 1.5 pounds)
→ Dairy
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1 cup heavy cream
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter
→ Produce
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4 cloves garlic, minced
→ Pantry
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Salt, to taste
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Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
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2 tablespoons olive oil
# Steps to Follow:
01 -
Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook until golden brown, about 5-6 minutes per side. Remove from skillet and set aside.
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Reduce heat to medium. In the same skillet, melt butter, then add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, approximately 1 minute, taking care not to burn.
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Pour in the heavy cream and stir to combine with garlic and butter. Allow the sauce to simmer gently for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.
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Return the seared chicken breasts to the skillet, coating them in the creamy garlic sauce. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes, ensuring chicken is cooked through and sauce is rich and thickened.
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Plate the chicken and spoon extra sauce over the top. Serve immediately while warm.
# Additional Notes:
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For added flavor, garnish with freshly chopped parsley or a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese.