Description

Okay, real talk — this Creamy Garlic Chicken is about to become your new obsession. We’re talking perfectly seared chicken breasts swimming in the most ridiculously creamy, garlicky sauce that’ll have you licking the pan (don’t judge, we’ve all been there). It’s fancy enough for date night but easy enough for a Tuesday when you’re feeling lazy but still want to eat like royalty. Plus, it’s all made in one skillet, so your cleanup game stays strong.

Ingredients

Scale

For the Chicken:

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (pound them to even thickness — trust the process)
Salt + black pepper (be generous)
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp paprika
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp butter

For the Sauce Magic:

6–8 garlic cloves, minced (yes, that much)
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup chicken broth
1/2 cup white wine (or more broth if you’re wine-free)
1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
2 tsp fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried)
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
Salt + pepper to taste

For the Finish:

Fresh parsley, chopped
Extra parm (obviously)
Lemon wedges

Instructions

Step 1: Prep That Chicken Pat chicken breasts dry and pound to even thickness (about 3/4 inch). Season both sides with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Let it sit for 10 minutes while you prep everything else.

Step 2: Sear Like a Pro Heat olive oil and 1 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. When it’s sizzling, add chicken breasts. Don’t move them! Let them get that golden crust (about 5-6 minutes). Flip and cook another 4-5 minutes until cooked through. Remove and set aside.

Step 3: Garlic Heaven In the same skillet (don’t clean it — those brown bits are flavor gold), add remaining butter. Toss in minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Don’t let it burn!

Step 4: Sauce It Up Pour in wine and scrape up all those tasty bits. Let it bubble for a minute, then add chicken broth and cream. Bring to a gentle simmer and let it reduce for 3-4 minutes.

Step 5: Cheese Please Stir in parmesan, thyme, and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper. The sauce should coat a spoon nicely.

Step 6: Bring It Home Nestle the chicken back into the sauce. Spoon sauce over the top and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes to reheat the chicken and meld the flavors.

Step 7: Serve and Slay Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately with lemon wedges and extra parm on the side.

Notes

Serve over creamy mashed potatoes, rice, or pasta to soak up every drop of that sauce. A simple side salad or roasted vegetables complete the meal perfectly. Pour yourself a glass of the same white wine you used in the sauce — you deserve it.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes

Nutrition

Calories: ~485 kcal per serving
Protein: ~42g