Soft chicken in a silky garlic cream sauce
🍗 Ingredients
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme (optional)
- Fresh parsley for serving
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Sear the chicken
Heat olive oil and butter in a pan.
Season the chicken with salt, pepper and paprika.
Cook 5 to 6 minutes per side until golden.
2. Make the creamy sauce
Remove chicken.
Add garlic to the same pan and cook 30 seconds.
Pour in broth and let it simmer for 2 minutes.
Add heavy cream and thyme. Stir until smooth.
3. Combine
Return the chicken to the pan.
Simmer 5 minutes until the sauce thickens.
4. Serve
Top with fresh parsley.
Perfect with mashed potatoes, pasta or rice.
💡 Tips
- Don’t burn the garlic. Cook it lightly for best flavor.
- Add grated parmesan if you want a richer sauce.
- Chicken thighs also work great, even juicier.
❓ FAQ
Can I make it lighter?
Use half-and-half instead of full cream.
Can I add vegetables?
Spinach, mushrooms or broccoli fit perfectly.
Does it reheat well?
Yes. Warm gently on low heat.