Description
Creamy Garlic Chicken is a delightful dish that combines tender chicken breasts with a velvety garlic cream sauce. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or entertaining guests, this recipe is easy to prepare and packed with flavor. With the richness of cream and the boldness of garlic, this dish is sure to satisfy your taste buds.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Chicken
Cut the chicken breasts into thin pieces to ensure even cooking.
Step 2: Season the Chicken
Sprinkle salt, pepper, and garlic powder over the chicken pieces for flavor.
Step 3: Sear the Chicken
In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat and add the chicken. Cook until golden brown on both sides, about 5-7 minutes.
Step 4: Make the Garlic Sauce
Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside. In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for one minute until fragrant.
Step 5: Add Cream and Simmer
Pour in heavy cream and bring it to a gentle simmer. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and combined.
Step 6: Combine Chicken and Sauce
Return the chicken to the skillet, coating it with the creamy garlic sauce. Let it simmer for a few more minutes.
Step 7: Finish with Herbs
Stir in freshly chopped parsley before serving for added flavor and garnish.
Notes
Sautéing
Sautéing involves cooking food quickly in a small amount of oil or butter over relatively high heat. This technique is perfect for developing flavors, especially when using garlic that can become aromatic within minutes.
Deglazing
Deglazing is the process of adding liquid to a hot pan to loosen the browned bits of food stuck to the bottom. This technique enhances the sauce’s flavor, bringing rich and complex notes to your dish.
Simmering
Simmering is a gentle cooking method where food is cooked in liquid at a temperature just below boiling. This technique ensures that ingredients meld together, creating a creamy, flavorful sauce.
Seasoning
Proper seasoning elevates a dish from good to great. Adding salt and pepper at different stages allows you to enhance the flavors of the ingredients, ensuring a well-balanced final taste.
Resting
Letting the dish rest before serving allows the flavors to develop further and the juices to redistribute, making for a more enjoyable eating experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes