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Creamy Garlic Chicken Recipe

Creamy Garlic Chicken Recipe
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This Creamy Garlic Chicken recipe features tender, golden-seared chicken breasts smothered in a rich, velvety garlic cream sauce. A hint of Parmesan and Italian herbs gives every bite deep flavor, while whole cloves of garlic become sweet and mellow as they infuse the sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this one-pan meal pairs beautifully with mashed potatoes and green beans.

Ingredients

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For the Chicken

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

For Searing

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil

For the Sauce

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

To Serve (optional)

  • Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
  • Mashed potatoes and roasted green beans, for serving

Instructions

  1. Prep and Organize Ingredients: Start by combining the chicken broth, bouillon cube, soy sauce, onion powder, mustard powder, and thyme in a large measuring cup with a spout. Set aside. On a plate, mix together the flour and Parmesan for dredging. Measure out the rest of your ingredients so everything is ready to go before you start cooking.
  2. Prepare the Chicken Fillets: Slice each chicken breast in half lengthwise to create 2-3 thinner cutlets. Cover them with plastic wrap and use a meat mallet to pound each fillet to about ½ inch thickness. Pat dry with paper towels for better browning.
  3. Season and Dredge: Sprinkle both sides of the chicken fillets with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Dredge each piece in the flour-Parmesan mixture, pressing lightly so the coating adheres. Tap off any excess.
  4. Sear the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken in batches, searing 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Set the cooked chicken on a plate while you make the sauce.
  5. Make the Garlic Sauce: Lower the heat to medium or medium-low. Melt butter in the same skillet, using a spatula to scrape up browned bits for added flavor. Add whole garlic cloves and cook, stirring occasionally, for 6-7 minutes, until they are softened and caramelized.
  6. Thicken the Sauce: Sprinkle flour over the caramelized garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until the raw flour smell has dissipated.
  7. Add Broth and Cream: Gradually pour in the reserved chicken broth mixture, stirring continuously to prevent lumps. Add the heavy cream and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat to low and slowly stir in Parmesan cheese, allowing it to melt and thicken the sauce.
  8. Finish the Dish: Return the seared chicken (with any collected juices) to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce. Partially cover the pan and let simmer for 5 minutes, spooning sauce over the top so everything is well coated.
  9. Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve hot with mashed potatoes and roasted green beans, if desired.

Notes

  • Pounding the chicken makes for even cooking and tender results.
  • Caramelizing whole garlic cloves mellows their flavor and makes them sweet and aromatic—don’t skip this step!
  • For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free flour for dredging and thickening.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • The sauce thickens as it cools; add a splash of broth or cream when reheating if needed.

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