I know you’re always looking for easy and delicious chicken recipes, especially ones that bring great flavor to your dinner table. Today, I’m sharing two fantastic creamy garlic chicken dishes that I absolutely love making.
These recipes are simple to follow and perfect for any weeknight meal. You’ll find everything you need to make them right here, from key ingredients to step-by-step instructions. Let’s get cooking!
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Easy Creamy Garlic Chicken Recipe
This simple creamy garlic chicken is a weeknight favorite at my house. You can get a wonderful meal on the table with very little fuss, making dinner easy.
Key Ingredients & Tips for Creamy Garlic Chicken
- Heavy Cream: Use heavy cream for a truly rich and smooth sauce. Lighter creams or milk might curdle.
- Fresh Garlic: Always choose fresh garlic if you can; it gives the best taste. Minced garlic from a jar works too when you need to save time.
- Chicken Thighs: Chicken thighs stay juicy and absorb the sauce really well. If you use chicken breast, be careful not to overcook it.
What You Need
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
⏱️ Time: 25 minutes🍽️ Yields: 4 servings
How to Make Easy Creamy Garlic Chicken
Step 1: Prep the Chicken
Cut your chicken into bite-sized pieces. Season the chicken generously with salt and pepper on all sides. This helps build flavor.
Step 2: Cook the Chicken
Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken and cook until it’s nicely browned on all sides and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the pan and set it aside on a plate.
Step 3: Make the Creamy Sauce
Lower the heat to medium. Add the minced garlic to the same pan and cook for about 1 minute until you can smell it. Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream. Stir everything together and let it simmer gently for 3-5 minutes, until the sauce starts to thicken a little.
Step 4: Combine and Serve
Return the cooked chicken to the pan with the sauce. Stir to make sure all the chicken is coated. Taste and add more salt or pepper if needed. Serve your creamy garlic chicken warm, topped with a sprinkle of fresh chopped parsley.
📝 Final Note
You can store any leftover creamy garlic chicken in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. It reheats well on the stovetop over low heat.
Easy Creamy Tuscan Garlic Chicken Recipe
If you love creamy sauces and sun-dried tomatoes, this Tuscan garlic chicken is for you. It brings wonderful flavors together for a truly satisfying meal.
Key Ingredients & Tips for Tuscan Garlic Chicken
- Sun-Dried Tomatoes: These add a lovely sweet and tangy bite. You can use the oil they come in for cooking the chicken for extra depth of flavor.
- Fresh Spinach: Stir it into the hot sauce at the very end. It will wilt quickly and add a nice fresh color and taste to your dish.
- Parmesan Cheese: A sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese melts into the sauce, making it even richer and creamier.
What You Need
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (or oil from sun-dried tomatoes)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes (packed in oil)
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and black pepper to taste
⏱️ Time: 30 minutes🍽️ Yields: 4 servings
How to Make Easy Creamy Tuscan Garlic Chicken
Step 1: Cook the Chicken
If your chicken breasts are thick, you can slice them in half horizontally to make thinner cutlets. Season them with salt and pepper. Heat the olive oil (or sun-dried tomato oil) in a large pan over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken until it’s golden brown and cooked all the way through. Remove the chicken and set it aside.
Step 2: Build the Tuscan Sauce
Lower the heat to medium. Add the minced garlic and chopped sun-dried tomatoes to the same pan. Cook for 1-2 minutes until you can smell the garlic. Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer, stirring often.
Step 3: Add Greens and Cheese
Stir in the fresh spinach until it wilts down into the sauce. Add the grated Parmesan cheese and stir until it melts and the sauce thickens slightly. Taste the sauce and adjust salt and pepper if needed.
Step 4: Finish and Serve
Return the cooked chicken to the pan. Spoon the creamy Tuscan sauce over the chicken to coat it well. Serve your Tuscan garlic chicken hot, perhaps with a side of pasta or rice to soak up the wonderful sauce.
📝 Final Note
This dish is excellent served with a crusty bread or over your favorite pasta. Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the refrigerator.
