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Creamy Chicken in Cream Sauce

Indulgent Creamy Chicken in Cream Sauce for Cozy Nights

This Creamy Chicken in Cream Sauce recipe is a comforting dish perfect for busy weeknights, delivering indulgent flavors in under 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Boneless Chicken Breasts Choose even-sized breasts for uniform cooking.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Essential for seasoning.
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper Freshly cracked is ideal.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or Butter For searing the chicken.
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Provides the creamy texture.
  • 3 cloves Garlic (minced) Adds depth of flavor.
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth Can be substituted with vegetable broth.
  • ½ cup Parmesan Cheese (grated) Nutritional yeast can be a dairy-free substitute.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Herbs (thyme or parsley, chopped) For freshness.
  • 1 cup Mushrooms (optional, sautéed) Omit if simplicity is preferred.
  • ½ cup White Wine (optional) Can be omitted.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice For balancing richness.

Equipment

  • Large heavy skillet
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons
  • cutting board
  • Chef's knife

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken breasts, searing for about 5 minutes per side until golden-brown. Transfer to a plate and tent with foil to keep warm.
  2. In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Stir in 3 minced garlic cloves for about 30 seconds until fragrant, scraping any browned bits from the pan.
  3. Pour in 1 cup of chicken broth (or white wine), bringing to a gentle simmer for about 2 minutes to combine flavors. Add 1 cup of heavy cream and ½ cup of grated Parmesan cheese, stirring and allowing the sauce to thicken for 3-4 minutes.
  4. Season the sauce with salt, pepper, and the juice of half a lemon. Stir in 1 tablespoon of freshly chopped herbs. Return the chicken to the skillet, spooning sauce over it and warming through for another minute.
  5. Serve hot alongside garlic mashed potatoes or steamed green beans, drizzling remaining sauce over the chicken.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 33gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure chicken breasts are of even thickness for uniform cooking. Monitor heat while making the sauce to avoid curdling. Adjust seasoning to taste before serving. Customize with different herbs or dairy-free alternatives as needed.

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