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Creamy garlic butter chicken

Creamy garlic butter chicken: 5 reasons to love this dish

Creamy garlic butter chicken is a rich and flavorful dish that combines tender chicken with a creamy garlic sauce.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 4 chicken breasts
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 6 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
  3. Add chicken breasts and cook until golden brown on both sides.
  4. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
  5. Stir in heavy cream and Italian seasoning.
  6. Cook until the sauce thickens and chicken is cooked through.
  7. Season with salt and pepper.
  8. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

  • Serve with rice or pasta.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge.
  • This dish can be made with thighs instead of breasts.
  • Author: Janet D. Evans
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 30g
  • Saturated Fat: 18g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 5g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 120mg

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