Easy Chicken Breast and Creamy Garlic Sauce
This delicious and creamy garlic chicken recipe is quick to prepare and perfect for a satisfying dinner.
Ingredients
Protein
- 2 pieces large chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
- to taste Salt and pepper
Breading
- as needed Flour (for coating)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Sauce
- 2 tablespoons butter (split)
- 1 head whole garlic (cloves peeled)
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 cup heavy cream
Optional Garnish
- as desired Chopped parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then coat with flour.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet and cook chicken until golden and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt 1 tablespoon of butter and sauté peeled garlic cloves until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
- Add chicken broth, lemon juice, garlic powder, and remaining butter. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream and cook until sauce thickens slightly, about 3-5 minutes. Return chicken to the skillet to coat with sauce.
Notes
For a richer flavor, let the sauce simmer longer to deepen the taste.