🍗 Creamy Garlic Chicken

A Rich, Restaurant-Style Dinner Ready in Just 30 Minutes

Golden pan-seared chicken breasts simmered in a silky garlic cream sauce infused with herbs and Parmesan. This one-pan recipe is simple, comforting, and packed with irresistible flavor—perfect for a quick family dinner.

🛒 Ingredients

* 2 large chicken breasts

* 2 tbsp olive oil

* 3 tbsp butter

* 5 garlic cloves, minced

* 1 cup heavy cream

* ½ cup chicken broth

* ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

* 1 tsp Italian seasoning

* ½ tsp paprika

* ½ tsp chili flakes (optional)

* Salt & black pepper to taste

* Fresh parsley, chopped

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. Season the chicken with paprika, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.

2. Sear in hot olive oil for 5–6 minutes per side until golden. Remove and set aside.

3. In the same pan, melt the butter and sauté the garlic until fragrant.

4. Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream, then stir in the Parmesan until the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.

5. Return the chicken to the pan and simmer for 8–10 minutes, allowing the flavors to blend beautifully.

6. Garnish with parsley and a sprinkle of chili flakes before serving.

👨‍🍳 Chef’s Tip

Serve with mashed potatoes, buttered pasta, steamed vegetables, or crusty bread to soak up every drop of the rich garlic cream sauce.

⏱️ Prep Time: 10 minutes

🔥 Cook Time: 20 minutes

🍽️ Servings: 4

🔥 Calories: ~520 kcal per serving