Creamy Chicken Recipe
Indulge in this creamy chicken dish that wraps you in warmth and nostalgia. With tender chicken breasts simmered in a rich garlic cream sauce, it’s a meal that brings family together. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this recipe guarantees satisfied smiles around the table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by finely chopping the garlic and seasoning the chicken with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken for about 5 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet; sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Deglaze the pan with chicken broth.
- Lower the heat to medium-low, stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, simmering for 5-7 minutes until thickened.
- Fold in fresh spinach just before serving until wilted.
- Serve over rice or pasta, garnished with additional Parmesan if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 150mg