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creamy garlic butter chicken

Creamy garlic butter chicken: 7 reasons to savor this dish

  • Author: Lisa
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Calorie

Description

Creamy garlic butter chicken is a flavorful dish featuring tender chicken in a rich garlic butter sauce.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 4 chicken breasts
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 6 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • Salt, to taste
  • Pepper, to taste
  • Parsley, chopped for garnish

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
  2. In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
  3. Add chicken and cook until golden brown on both sides.
  4. Remove chicken and set aside.
  5. Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté until fragrant.
  6. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
  7. Stir in heavy cream and mix well.
  8. Return chicken to the skillet and cook until sauce thickens.
  9. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Notes

  • Serve with rice or pasta for a complete meal.
  • Adjust garlic quantity to taste.
  • This dish can be made in advance and reheated.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 35g
  • Saturated Fat: 20g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 5g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 120mg

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