Creamy Garlic Chicken Skillet with Rich, Velvety Sauce
Juicy chicken simmered in a rich garlic cream sauce creates a comforting one-skillet dinner that feels indulgent yet effortless.
Equipment
- Large skillet
- Tongs
- Measuring cups
- Knife
- Wooden spoon
Ingredients
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- Salt
- Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 cup fresh spinach
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper on both sides.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear the chicken for 5–6 minutes per side until golden and nearly cooked through, then remove from the skillet.
- Lower the heat to medium and sauté the garlic until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth and scrape the skillet to release browned bits.
- Add the heavy cream, parmesan, and Italian seasoning, stirring until the sauce begins to thicken.
- Return the chicken to the skillet and simmer for 5 minutes until fully cooked.
- Stir in the spinach and cook until wilted.
- Finish with chopped parsley and serve warm.
Notes & Wine Advice
Notes
For even cooking, pound thicker chicken breasts to a uniform thickness before searing. If the sauce becomes too thick, add a splash of chicken broth to loosen it while maintaining flavor. Freshly grated parmesan melts more smoothly than pre-shredded varieties.Wine Advice
A creamy dish like this pairs beautifully with a Chardonnay. Its buttery texture complements the garlic cream sauce while balancing the richness with gentle acidity.Nutrition values
Calories: 520 kcal | Carbohydrates: 8 g | Protein: 42 g | Fat: 34 g | Saturated Fat: 16 g | Sodium: 680 mg | Sugar: 2 g