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Creamy Garlic Chicken Recipe

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This Creamy Garlic Chicken recipe features tender, seasoned chicken breasts cooked to perfection and smothered in a rich, flavorful garlic Parmesan sauce. Combining Italian herbs, plenty of garlic cloves, and a velvety cream sauce, this dish offers a comforting yet elegant meal perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.

Ingredients

Chicken

  • 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 3 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
  • 4 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil

Sauce

  • 2 ½ cups chicken broth
  • 1 beef bouillon cube or 1 teaspoon Better Than Bouillon
  • 1 teaspoon low sodium soy sauce (can substitute Worcestershire sauce)
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme
  • ½ teaspoon mustard powder
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 10 whole garlic cloves
  • 3 tablespoons flour
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup Parmesan cheese (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the chicken: Season the chicken breasts generously with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Coat each piece evenly with the flour mixed with the shredded Parmesan cheese for a flavorful crust.
  2. Brown the chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the coated chicken breasts and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
  3. Make the sauce base: In the same skillet, melt the butter and add whole garlic cloves, sauté gently until fragrant but not browned. Stir in the flour to make a roux and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly.
  4. Add liquids and seasonings: Gradually whisk in the chicken broth, beef bouillon cube, soy sauce, onion powder, thyme, and mustard powder. Bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring frequently until the sauce thickens.
  5. Finish the sauce: Stir in the heavy cream and optional Parmesan cheese. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. Let the sauce simmer gently until creamy and smooth.
  6. Combine chicken and sauce: Return the browned chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning the sauce over them. Cover and reduce heat to low, cooking for an additional 10-15 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
  7. Serve: Remove garlic cloves if desired. Plate the chicken breasts and generously spoon the creamy garlic sauce over the top. Serve hot, paired with your favorite sides like mashed potatoes or steamed vegetables.

Notes

  • Use fresh garlic cloves for the best flavor; roasting the garlic before adding can deepen the taste.
  • If using pre-ground herbs, adjust quantities according to taste.
  • To make the dish lower in fat, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream, but the sauce may be less rich.
  • The Parmesan cheese in the flour helps create a nice crust and adds umami to the chicken.
  • Allow the sauce to thicken fully before adding chicken back to avoid a watery consistency.
  • This recipe can be doubled for larger servings but may require a larger skillet for even cooking.

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