Creamy Garlic Chicken Recipe
User Reviews
4.6
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
4 people
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Calories
607 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Creamy Garlic Chicken Recipe
Description
The Creamy Garlic Chicken Recipe starts with dredging chicken breasts in flour and searing them until golden brown, which builds a flavorful crust. Toasted whole garlic cloves infuse the sauce with a mellow richness without overpowering the chicken. The white wine reduction brings acidity and depth, while the addition of heavy cream creates a luscious texture. Finally, baby spinach is stirred in to add a fresh green element that softens slightly in the heat.
With its rich, creamy sauce and tender chicken, this recipe serves well alongside rice, pasta, or crusty bread to soak up the sauce. The method gently cooks the garlic and sauce to maintain a balanced flavor profile without harshness from raw garlic.
To store leftovers, keep the dish in an airtight container in the refrigerator and consume within three days. Using evenly sized garlic cloves ensures consistent cooking. Chicken thighs can be substituted if preferred, though cooking times may vary.
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breast or 2 large chicken breasts cut in half, lengthwise, boneless, skinless
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 1½ tablespoons butter divided, unsalted
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 head garlic peeled
- ½ cup white wine dry
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups baby spinach packed
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts on both sides with salt and pepper.
- Place flour on a medium plate. Dredge each chicken breast with flour, patting off any excess.
- Heat a large skillet with high sides to medium-high heat. Add one tablespoon butter and olive oil. Once the butter has melted, add the chicken breasts. Sear until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes. Flip and sear until brown, another 2-3 minutes. Remove the chicken breasts from the pan and set aside on a plate. (The chicken will not be fully cooked at this point--it will finish cooking in a later step.)
- Add the remaining ½ tablespoon butter to the pan. Lower heat to medium, and add peeled garlic cloves. Toast the garlic until light brown on all sides. Be careful to not burn the garlic.
- Add wine. Bring it up to a boil, and then reduce to a simmer. Simmer until reduced by half. Once the wine has reduced, pour in the cream. Again, bring the cream and wine up to a boil and then reduce to a simmer.
- Add the chicken back to the sauce, cover and cook until the chicken is cooked through (it should reach an internal temperature of 160℉).
- Once the chicken is cooked, add in the spinach. Shut the lid and simmer for another 1-2 minutes. Remove the lid and toss the spinach with the chicken and sauce until completely wilted. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days.
- Cut large garlic cloves in half to ensure even browning when toasting.
- Boneless chicken thighs can be used as a substitute for breasts, adjusting cooking times accordingly.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 607 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 607kcal | 30% |
| Carbohydrates | 11g | 4% |
| Protein | 54g | 108% |
| Fat | 36g | 55% |
| Saturated Fat | 18g | 90% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
| Trans Fat | 0.2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 230mg | 77% |
| Sodium | 305mg | 13% |
| Potassium | 1072mg | 23% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 2484IU | 50% |
| Vitamin C | 10mg | 11% |
| Calcium | 84mg | 8% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.6
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