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Creamy Garlic Chicken – Comfort Food in One Skillet

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Pan-seared chicken simmered in a rich, garlicky cream sauce—this one-skillet dish is easy, comforting, and full of flavor. Perfect over pasta, rice, or veggies.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless chicken breasts or thighs

  • Salt, pepper, garlic powder (to season)

  • 2 tbsp olive oil

  • 2 tbsp butter (divided)

  • 6–8 garlic cloves, minced

  • ½ cup chicken broth

  • 1 cup heavy cream

  • Optional: ¼ cup grated parmesan

  • Optional: chopped parsley or chili flakes (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.

  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil and 1 tbsp butter. Sear chicken 4–5 minutes per side until golden. Set aside.

  3. In same pan, melt 1 tbsp butter. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.

  4. Add broth, scraping up bits. Stir in cream (and parmesan if using). Simmer 4–5 minutes to thicken.

  5. Return chicken to pan. Simmer 5–6 minutes, spooning sauce over.

  6. Garnish and serve hot over rice, pasta, or vegetables.

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