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Creamy Garlic Herb Chicken

This Creamy Garlic Herb Chicken is a weeknight favorite! Tender chicken in a luscious garlic herb sauce, perfect with any side.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken:
  • 4 6 oz boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 1/2 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1 Tbsp butter
  • 1 Tbsp minced fresh garlic (3 cloves)
  • 2 tsp all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup milk (anything but skim)
  • 4 oz cream cheese (diced into small cubes)
  • 1 tsp minced fresh thyme
  • 1 tsp minced fresh rosemary
  • 1 Tbsp minced fresh parsley (optional)

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Measuring spoons
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Knife and cutting board

Method
 

Cooking Instructions:
  1. Start by patting the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. This helps to achieve a nice sear. Season both sides generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
  2. In a large skillet, heat 1 1/2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken breasts and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add 1 tablespoon of butter and reduce the heat to medium. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds, or until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic!
  4. Sprinkle the flour over the garlic and stir to combine, cooking for another minute. Gradually whisk in 1 cup of milk, stirring constantly to prevent lumps. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
  5. Once the sauce starts to thicken, add the diced cream cheese, minced thyme, and minced rosemary. Stir until the cream cheese is fully melted and incorporated into the sauce. Season with additional salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Add the seared chicken back into the skillet, spooning the sauce over the top. Let it simmer for a few minutes to heat through and allow the flavors to meld.
  7. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired, and serve your Creamy Garlic Herb Chicken with your favorite sides. Enjoy the creamy goodness!

Notes

  • Make sure the chicken breasts are of even thickness for uniform cooking.
  • For a bit of heat, consider adding red pepper flakes to the sauce.
  • If you want a more intense flavor, let the sauce simmer a little longer before adding the chicken back.
  • This dish can easily be doubled if you’re feeding a crowd.