Creamy Garlic Chicken is a rich and comforting dish with tender chicken simmered in a luscious garlic cream sauce.
Ingredients
1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
Salt and black pepper, to taste
1 teaspoon paprika
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
6 cloves garlic, minced
1 small onion, finely chopped (optional)
1/2 cup chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
8 ounces mushrooms, sliced (optional)
Instructions
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Pat chicken dry and season with salt, pepper, and paprika.
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Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken 4–5 minutes per side until golden. Remove and set aside.
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Reduce heat to medium; sauté garlic and onions for 1–2 minutes. Add mushrooms if using and cook until browned.
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Deglaze pan with chicken broth, scraping browned bits. Simmer 2–3 minutes.
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Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan; simmer 4–5 minutes until sauce thickens.
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Return chicken to skillet; simmer 5–7 minutes until cooked through.
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Sprinkle with thyme and parsley before serving.