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Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken

This Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken is bound to become a family favorite, with its tender and juicy chicken smothered in a garlicky sauce.
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INGREDIENTS

For the Chicken:

  • 4 thin-cut chicken breasts or 2 regular boneless skinless chicken breasts cut in half
  • 4 tablespoons flour
  • 4 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon pepper
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter

For the Creamy Garlic Sauce:

  • 1 small yellow onion peeled and chopped
  • 1 head garlic peeled and clove ends cut off
  • 1 ¼ cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped

INSTRUCTIONS

  • In a shallow bowl, combine flour, parmesan cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Dredge chicken in flour mixture to coat completely. Shake off any excess.
  • Place a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and butter.
  • Once butter is melted, add chicken to the skillet. Cook for 3-5 minutes on each side until cooked through and golden brown.
  • Remove chicken to a plate and set aside.
  • To the same skillet add the chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 5-7 minuts.
  • Add garlic and saute until soft and fragrant. Add a little chicken broth to deglaze the pan, being sure to scrape up the brown bits on the bottom of the pan.
  • Add the remaining broth and heavy cream to the skillet. Cook until simmering and then reduce heat to medium. Stir often until the sauce has thickened.
  • Add grated Parmesan cheese to the sauce and stir until melted. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Return chicken to the pan along with any resting juices on the plate. Cook for 2 minutes, spooning sauce over the chicken as it cooks.
  • Sprinkle with chopped parsley and a little extra Parmesan cheese. Serve warm.