Description
This creamy garlic chicken recipe features tender chicken cutlets cooked to golden perfection and simmered in a rich, garlicky cream sauce. Enhanced with garlic cloves, chicken broth, and a touch of lemon juice, this dish is the perfect comforting meal that comes together quickly in about 30 minutes. It’s simple to prepare yet delivers a luxurious, flavorful dinner suitable for any occasion.
Ingredients
Chicken
- 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Flour for dredging
Cooking Fats
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter (divided)
Sauce
- 1 whole head garlic, cloves peeled
- 1/2 cup chicken broth or stock
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 cup heavy/whipping cream
Garnish (Optional)
- Chopped parsley
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken: Cut each chicken breast in half lengthwise to create 4 smaller cutlets. Season them generously with salt and pepper, then coat lightly in flour to help develop a golden crust during cooking.
- Sauté the chicken: Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken cutlets and sauté for 4 to 5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken from the pan and set aside.
- Cook the garlic: Lower the heat to medium or medium-low if using cast iron. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter to the pan. Once melted, add the peeled garlic cloves and cook, stirring often, for 3 to 4 minutes until the garlic is lightly browned and fragrant.
- Deglaze and reduce: Pour in the chicken broth, lemon juice, and sprinkle the garlic powder into the skillet. Stir and allow the mixture to bubble for about 4 minutes, letting the liquid reduce noticeably to concentrate flavor.
- Make the cream sauce and finish cooking: Stir in the heavy cream, then return the chicken cutlets to the pan. Continue cooking for approximately 5 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken and the chicken to become fully cooked inside. Once done, optionally garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- Use heavy cream for the richest and creamiest sauce texture.
- Pounding the chicken breasts slightly before slicing can help them cook more evenly.
- For extra flavor, use homemade or high-quality chicken broth.
- Adjust seasoning to taste at the end if needed; salt and pepper are key to balancing flavors.
- Serve with rice, mashed potatoes, or steamed vegetables to complete the meal.
