Description
A simple, comforting, and flavorful one pan chicken dinner made with a silky garlic cream sauce. Perfect for healthy dinner ideas, quick weeknight meals, and meal prep.
Ingredients
4 chicken breasts or thighs
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 half cup grated parmesan cheese
Salt and pepper to taste
Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
Season the chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium heat. Sear the chicken on both sides until golden, then remove and set aside.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté until fragrant.
Pour in the chicken broth and scrape the bottom of the skillet to release browned bits.
Stir in the heavy cream, parmesan, and thyme. Simmer until slightly thickened.
Return the chicken to the sauce and cook for an additional 5 to 7 minutes.
Taste and adjust seasoning. Garnish with parsley and serve warm.
Notes
Use chicken thighs for extra flavor.
For a lighter version, use half and half instead of heavy cream.
Serve with mashed potatoes, pasta, rice, or vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 470 kcal per serving