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Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken Skillet
This creamy garlic butter chicken skillet is a quick and flavorful dish perfect for a comforting dinner. Juicy chicken breasts are cooked in a rich, garlicky sauce topped with parmesan and fresh parsley.
Ingredients
Protein
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts (pounded to an even thickness)
Dairy
- 4 tablespoons butter (divided)
- 1 cup heavy cream
Broth & Seasonings
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt (to taste)
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper (to taste)
Cheese & Herbs
- 0.25 cup parmesan cheese (grated)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat and cook the chicken until golden and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add remaining butter and minced garlic; cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth, bring to a simmer, then stir in parmesan cheese. Cook until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes.
- Return chicken to the skillet, spoon sauce over, and cook for another 2-3 minutes. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, add a squeeze of lemon or a pinch of red pepper flakes.