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Creamy Garlic Chicken

Cultural Context

Creamy Garlic Chicken is a comforting American dish that showcases the rich flavors of garlic and cream. This dish is often enjoyed as a weeknight meal due to its straightforward preparation and satisfying taste. It has gained popularity in various forms, with many home cooks adding their own twists, such as incorporating vegetables or different herbs.

AmericanUSmain
30 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
2 large chicken breasts
5-6 cloves garlic (minced)
2 cloves garlic (crushed)
1 medium onion
1/2 cup chicken stock or water
1 tsp lime juice
1/2 cup heavy cream (sub fresh cream)
olive oil
butter
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp dried parsley
salt and pepper (as needed)
1 chicken stock cube (if using water)

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated cheddar

Nutritional yeast is lower in fat and calories.

1

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

2

Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.

3

Add chicken to the skillet and cook until browned.

4

Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.

5

In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat.

6

Add minced garlic, crushed garlic, and diced onion; sauté until fragrant.

7

Pour in chicken stock or water and bring to a simmer.

8

Stir in heavy cream and dried oregano until smooth and creamy.

9

Return chicken to the skillet, spoon sauce over it, and simmer until chicken is cooked through.

10

Garnish with dried parsley before serving.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingsimmering

Equipment Needed

large skillet

Spice Level:

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Dietary

keto

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Garlic ChickenCreamy Chicken

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