Easy Creamy Garlic Chicken (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Chicken
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2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1.3 lbs)
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1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
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1/4 cup all-purpose flour
→ Sauce
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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2 tablespoons butter, divided
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1 whole garlic bulb (8-9 cloves)
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1 cup chicken broth
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3/4 cup heavy cream
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
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Salt and pepper to taste
# Instructions:
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Carefully fillet each chicken breast into two thinner cutlets. Season with Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper, then coat evenly with flour.
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Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken until golden brown, about 4 minutes per side. Remove to a plate and cover to keep warm.
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Peel and smash garlic cloves with the side of a chef's knife. Add remaining butter and garlic to the skillet, cooking over medium-low heat for 3 minutes until fragrant.
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Add chicken broth, heavy cream, and garlic powder. Simmer for 8-10 minutes until reduced by half, scraping up browned bits. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Return chicken to the skillet, spoon sauce over top, and heat through before serving.
# Notes:
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Perfect for weeknight dinners
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Sauce can be used with pasta or potatoes
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Can be made ahead and reheated gently