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Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken Skillet

A rich and comforting skillet chicken dish simmered in a creamy garlic butter sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights when you want a fast dinner recipe that still feels cozy and homemade.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 420
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Chicken
  • 4 chicken breasts
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • Cream Sauce
  • 4 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • ½ cup Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp pepper
  • Garnish
  • 2 tbsp chopped parsley
  • Extra Parmesan cheese

Method
 

  1. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and paprika.
  2. Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet and sear chicken until golden.
  3. Remove chicken and sauté garlic until fragrant.
  4. Add cream, broth, Parmesan, and seasoning to create the sauce.
  5. Return chicken to the pan and simmer until cooked through.

Notes

  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Add mushrooms or spinach for variation.
  • Use half-and-half for a lighter sauce.
  • Serve with pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes.