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Delicious creamy garlic marry me chicken served on a plate
Clara Whitley

Creamy Garlic Marry Me Chicken

A comforting and savory dish featuring tender chicken in a creamy garlic sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 5 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream (or coconut cream for a vegan option)
  • 1 cup grated parmesan cheese (or nutritional yeast for a vegan version)
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (or fresh herbs like basil and oregano)
  • Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
  • Optional: red pepper flakes for some heat

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  3. Add the chicken and sear each side for about 4-5 minutes until golden brown.
  4. Remove the chicken from the skillet and place it on a plate.
Making the Sauce
  1. In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for under a minute until fragrant.
  2. Pour in the chicken broth, scraping up brown bits from the bottom of the skillet.
  3. Bring the broth to a gentle simmer, then whisk in heavy cream and parmesan cheese until melted.
  4. Sprinkle in the Italian seasoning and return the chicken to the pan, spooning sauce over it.
  5. Cover and let it simmer for about 10 minutes.
Serving
  1. Let the dish rest before garnishing with chopped parsley and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 34gFat: 43gSaturated Fat: 22gSodium: 600mgSugar: 2g

Notes

Feel free to experiment with flavors! Adding sun-dried tomatoes or spinach can provide a delightful twist. For a lighter option, use half and half instead of heavy cream, or swap chicken for plant-based alternatives like tofu or chickpeas. Pre-cooked chicken can also be used; simply combine with the sauce until heated through.

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