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Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken That Tastes Like Comfort Food

Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken

This Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken is made with tender golden chicken simmered in a rich garlic butter cream sauce. It is easy enough for a weeknight dinner but tastes special enough for guests.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 430
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 5 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped

Method
 

  1. Pat the chicken dry and season both sides with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Sear the chicken for 4 to 5 minutes per side, or until golden and mostly cooked through. Remove from the skillet.
  4. Reduce heat to medium and melt butter in the same pan.
  5. Add minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  6. Pour in chicken broth and scrape the bottom of the skillet.
  7. Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes.
  8. Return chicken to the skillet and simmer for 5 to 8 minutes, until fully cooked and the sauce thickens.
  9. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.

Notes

  • Use chicken thighs for a juicier result.
  • Do not boil the cream sauce heavily. Keep it at a gentle simmer.
  • Add spinach, mushrooms, or sun-dried tomatoes for extra flavor.
  • Serve with pasta, rice, mashed potatoes, or roasted vegetables.