Pan-seared chicken smothered in a silky garlic cream sauce—rich, flavorful, and ready in under 40 minutes. A weeknight-friendly dinner with restaurant-style flair.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30minutes
- Yield: 4–6 servings 1x
Ingredients
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1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
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Salt and pepper to taste
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2 tbsp olive oil
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1 tbsp butter (plus 1 tbsp for sauce)
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6–8 cloves garlic, minced
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½ cup low-sodium chicken broth
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¾ cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
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⅓ cup grated parmesan (optional)
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1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley or thyme
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Optional: 2 tbsp all-purpose flour for dredging
Instructions
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Season chicken with salt and pepper. Dredge in flour if desired.
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In a skillet, heat oil and 1 tbsp butter over medium-high heat. Sear chicken 4–5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
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Lower heat to medium. Add remaining butter and garlic. Sauté for 1–2 minutes.
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Pour in broth, deglaze the pan, and simmer for 2 minutes.
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Add cream and stir. Let simmer 3–4 minutes until slightly thickened.
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Stir in parmesan if using. Return chicken to the pan and simmer 5 more minutes.
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Garnish with parsley and serve warm.