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Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken Recipe

Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken is a quick one-pan dinner made with tender chicken breasts simmered in a rich garlic Parmesan cream sauce.Ready in about 30 minutes and perfect with pasta, rice, or vegetables.A comforting family meal packed with savory flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine American-inspired comfort food

Ingredients
  

Chicken

  • 4 thin-cut chicken breasts
  • 4 tablespoons flour
  • 4 tablespoons Parmesan cheese shredded
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter

Creamy Garlic Sauce

  • 1 small yellow onion peeled and chopped
  • 1 head garlic peeled with clove ends trimmed
  • 1 ¼ cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped

Instructions
 

  • In a shallow bowl, combine flour, shredded Parmesan, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Dredge the chicken breasts in the mixture, coating both sides well. Shake off excess flour.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and butter.
  • Once the butter melts, add the chicken to the skillet. Cook for 3–5 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove chicken and set aside on a plate.
  • In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and cook for about 5–7 minutes until translucent.
  • Add the garlic cloves and sauté until soft and fragrant.
  • Pour in a small amount of chicken broth to deglaze the pan, scraping up the browned bits for extra flavor.
  • Add the remaining broth and heavy cream. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then reduce heat to medium and stir occasionally until the sauce thickens.
  • Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Return the chicken to the pan along with any juices. Cook for about 2 minutes, spooning the sauce over the chicken.
  • Garnish the Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken with chopped parsley and extra Parmesan before serving.

Notes

You can serve Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken over pasta, mashed potatoes, rice, or steamed vegetables. For added color and flavor, try adding spinach or mushrooms to the sauce while it simmers. Fresh herbs like thyme or basil can also enhance the dish.