Creamy Garlic Chicken

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Every now and then you come across one of those recipes that just leaves you speechless. Well, today I’m introducing you to one of those recipes. This Creamy Garlic Chicken is so delicious, so flavorful, and so easy to make for a quick weeknight meal! It starts with tender, pan-seared chicken breasts that are then covered with a creamy, garlic-infused sauce. The moment my family tried this recipe, they instantly loved it! It honestly took everyone’s breath away. If you love simple recipes that are packed with flavor and made with a luscious cream sauce, then make sure to add this one to your weekly rotation!

Can you eat the garlic cloves?

You may be curious if you can eat the whole garlic cloves with your chicken. The answer is YES! Sautéing the garlic cloves in the butter, then simmering them in the sauce, removes any overpowering, strong garlic taste and leaves a very subtle, delicious flavor. I love to spoon the garlic over the chicken along with the creamy sauce right before serving.

What To Serve With Creamy Garlic Chicken?

Creamy sauce recipes like this creamy garlic chicken are perfect to serve with Mashed Potatoes, so the potatoes can soak up all of that extra sauce. You can also serve the chicken and sauce over a bed of pasta or rice, or serve it with a simple side salad or in our case a Caesar salad. You really can’t go wrong with any side that you choose!

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Creamy Garlic Chicken

This Creamy Garlic Chicken will leave you speechless! It’s made with a luscious, garlic-infused sauce and it's perfect for an easy weeknight meal.

Course Dinner

Cuisine American

Total Cost $9.21 recipe / $2.30 serving

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 30 minutes minutes

Total Time 40 minutes minutes

Servings 4

Calories 518kcal

Author Marsha - Budget Bytes

Ingredients

• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.3 lbs. total) $6.49
• 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning $0.05
• 1/2 tsp salt $0.02
• 1/4 tsp freshly cracked black pepper $0.02
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour $0.06
• 2 Tbsp olive oil $0.32
• 2 Tbsp butter, divided $0.27
• 1 whole garlic bulb (about 8-9 garlic cloves) $0.64
• 1 cup chicken broth $0.17
• 3/4 cup heavy cream $1.08
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder $0.05
• Salt and Pepper to taste $0.04

Instructions

• Using a sharp knife, carefully fillet each chicken breast into two thinner cutlets (or use thin-cut chicken breasts).
• Season each breast with Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Then sprinkle the flour over both sides of the chicken breasts and rub it in until the chicken is evenly coated.
• Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil and 1 Tbsp of butter. Once the skillet is hot, add the chicken and cook on each side until golden brown and cooked through (about 4 minutes per side). Remove the cooked chicken to a clean plate and cover to keep warm.
• While the chicken is cooking, peel the garlic cloves and then carefully smash them with the side of a large chef's knife by pressing down on the side of the knife with the heel of your hand.
• Once the chicken is removed, to the same skillet add the remaining 1 Tbsp of butter, then add the garlic cloves. Turn the heat down to medium-low and sauté the garlic for 3 minutes or until lightly browned and fragrant. Make sure to stir the garlic frequently to prevent it from burning.
• Next pour the chicken broth and heavy cream into the skillet, then add the garlic powder. Stir and scrape up any brown bits from the bottom of the skillet. Allow the sauce to simmer in the skillet for 8-10 minutes, or until it has reduced and thickened by about 50%. Taste the sauce at this point and add salt and pepper if needed (I added about ⅛ tsp of salt and ⅛ tsp of black pepper).
• Finally, return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet and spoon the creamy sauce over top. Allow the chicken to heat through. Serve with fresh chopped parsley (optional), and enjoy!

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Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 518kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 34g | Fat: 38g | Sodium: 741mg | Fiber: 0.4g

How to Make Creamy Garlic Chicken - Step by Step Photos

Using a sharp knife, carefully fillet 2 chicken breast into two thinner cutlets (or use thin-cut chicken breasts). Season each breast with 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp freshly cracked black pepper. Then sprinkle 1/4 cup all-purpose flour over both sides of the chicken breasts and rub it in until the chicken is evenly coated.

Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add 2 Tbsp olive oil and 1 Tbsp of butter. Once the skillet is hot, add the chicken and cook on each side until golden brown and cooked through (about 4 minutes per side). Remove the cooked chicken to a clean plate and cover to keep warm.

Next pour 1 cup chicken broth and 3/4 cup heavy cream into the skillet, then add 1/2 tsp garlic powder. Stir and scrape up any brown bits from the bottom of the skillet. Allow the sauce to simmer in the skillet for 8-10 minutes, or until it has reduced and thickened by about 50%.

Taste the sauce at this point and add salt and pepper if needed (I added about ⅛ tsp of salt and ⅛ tsp of black pepper). Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet and spoon the creamy sauce over top. Allow the chicken to heat through.

Serve with fresh chopped parsley (optional) and enjoy this creamy, flavorful sauce with mashed potatoes, pasta, or any of your favorite sides.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Thai food uses paprika?

Yes. Yes.

Thai food, Mexican, Spanish or Indian cuisines, Thai food, Mexican, Spanish, Indian, Chinese, Thai, Thai, Greek, Turkish and Balkan cuisines all contain paprika.

Paprika dates back more than 5,000 years to Ancient Greece. The Hungarian language means "pepper" and the word "paprika".

What spices are used to make Thai cuisine?

Thai cuisine is well known for its diverse flavour profiles. These flavours come from unique and flavorful spices that create various delicious dishes.

Common ingredients used in Thai cooking include lemongrass, galangal, kaffir lime leaves, chillies, garlic, shrimp paste, coriander, cumin, turmeric, and more.

Each of these spices is integral to Thai cuisine's unique flavour profile. Lemongrass is often used in soups, curries, and stews; galangal adds a slight peppery note to dishes; kaffir lime leaves impart a citrusy aroma; chillies provide a spicy kick; garlic adds a sharp and pungent flavour to dishes; shrimp paste adds an umami depth to food; coriander has a mild, yet fragrant aroma; cumin brings a smoky note to dishes; and turmeric gives food a vibrant yellow hue.

Together, these spices combine to create complex flavour profiles unique to Thai cuisine. Mixing spices together can make dishes both tasty and aromatic. If you're looking to bring the flavours of Thailand into your kitchen, be sure to stock up on these spices!

How to Store Spices

Keep them out of the sun and heat.

To store spices for longer periods of time, place them in a dark cupboard. This will help preserve the spices and prevent oxidation.

Keep spices away from direct sunlight in a dry, cool place. If the spice is placed near a heater or window, it may lose its flavour and aroma.

Spices are best stored in an airtight glass jar or tin. If storing in plastic containers, make sure there is no moisture inside the container.

Check the seal every time you open and reseal it. Heat can cause moisture to spoil your product.

Do not throw away any spices that you have left over. Don't throw them away, instead use them in new recipes. You can even freeze them to extend their shelf life.

Statistics

• According to a recent survey, professional chefs and many home cooks use spices; usage has only continued to grow from 2011 to now. (hospitalityinsights.ehl.edu)
• India contributes to 75% of global spice production. (en.wikipedia.org)
• According to the McCormick Science Institute, indigenous Indian spices were cultivated as early as the 8th century BC in the gardens of Babylon. (spicecravings.com)

External Links

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• Charlemagne - Wikipedia

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• Turmeric and Curcumin have 10 proven health benefits

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How To

How do you store your cooking spices?

I will tell you how to store cooking spices for optimal performance. First, we must understand how food is stored.

Keep spices out of direct sunlight as light will reduce their flavor. This is caused by oxidation, which happens when oxygen and organic compounds combine like spices.

Spices should be kept in the dark cupboards and sealed tightly in airtight containers to prevent oxidation. Spices will lose their flavour quickly if the conditions aren’t met.

Keep spices fresh by storing them in airtight jars out of direct sunlight.

For a flavoured beverage, add herbs and spices. Mix two teaspoons of ground cinnamon and 1/2 cup warm water. Stir well. Serve immediately with a squeeze of lemon.

Add dried herbs and spices to soups. Just sprinkle the spice mix evenly over the dish. Let it rest for 5-10 minutes before you serve.

Leftover cooked vegetables, fruits and meats, as well as leftover cheese, breads, crackers, cookies or cakes can be added to favorite recipes for snacks.

For the best flavor of fresh herbs, you can chop them up or tear them apart and then add them to your favorite foods. You can also freeze spices and herbs by placing them in muffin cups or ice trays and freezing them. Once frozen, transfer them to freezer bags and zip-top plastic bag.

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