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Calculated Shard: 103 (from laksa169)

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Query:

curl -X POST \
  'http://laksa103.int.ahrefs:8124/' \
  -H 'Content-Type: text/plain' \
  -H 'X-ClickHouse-Database: crawler3' \
  -H 'Authorization: Basic YXBpOg==' \
  -d 'SELECT getAhrefsURLFromUnparsed(src_unparsed) AS found_url, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(download_stamp), 0) AS crawl_time, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(props_url_first_seen), 0) AS first_indexed_time, download_http_code AS http_code, src_unparsed AS src_unparsed, src_root_hash AS src_root_hash, history_drop_reason AS history_drop_reason, meta_title AS meta_title, meta_descriptions AS meta_descriptions, attrs_boilerpipe_text AS attrs_boilerpipe_text, attrs_markdown AS attrs_markdown, attrs_readable_markdown AS attrs_readable_markdown, meta_canonical AS meta_canonical FROM crawler3.page_info_local FINAL PREWHERE (src_root_hash, src_unparsed) IN ((getAhrefsRootHashFromUnparsed(getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.saltandlavender.com/creamy-garlic-chicken/\')), getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.saltandlavender.com/creamy-garlic-chicken/\'))) FORMAT JSONEachRow'

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{"found_url":"https:\/\/www.saltandlavender.com\/creamy-garlic-chicken\/","crawl_time":1775814440,"first_indexed_time":1543928216,"http_code":200,"src_unparsed":"com,saltandlavender!www,\/creamy-garlic-chicken\/ s443","src_root_hash":"10409126154013631503","history_drop_reason":null,"meta_title":"Creamy Garlic Chicken • Salt & Lavender","meta_descriptions":["This creamy garlic chicken recipe is the ultimate easy comfort food! Tender chicken breasts smothered in a creamy garlic sauce are irresistible. Garlic lovers unite!"],"attrs_boilerpipe_text":"This post may contain affiliate links. Please read our\ndisclosure policy\n.\nThis\ncreamy garlic chicken\nrecipe is the ultimate easy comfort food! Tender chicken breasts smothered in a creamy garlic sauce are irresistible. Garlic lovers unite!\nLove creamy chicken recipes? Try my\nCreamy Tuscan Chicken\n, this\nCreamy Bacon Chicken\n, or my\nCreamy Mushroom Chicken\n.\nWhy you’ll love it\nThis creamy garlic chicken is\nready in about 30 minutes\n. It’s good enough to serve company, but it’s also one of those dishes that works for a quick weeknight dinner. A lovely reader said that it’s “one of the best things I have ever eaten!!!” It was an early hit on the blog and actually shaped the direction of S&L towards easy comfort food.\nYes, I include\nboth garlic powder and an entire head of garlic\nin this recipe. It’s not a typo! Believe it or not, the garlic cloves themselves don’t make the sauce ridiculously garlicky. The flavor of garlic powder is slightly different than the fresh cloves. I’m going for all-out depth of garlic flavor here without making it overpowering.\nWhat you’ll need\nChicken\n– we’re using two large boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut in half lengthwise to cook faster and more evenly, so it remains tender and melt-in-your-mouth\nFlour\n– for a tasty crust on the exterior of the cutlets, and it also helps thicken the sauce\nOlive oil and butter\n– for sautéing\nGarlic cloves\n– use an entire head of garlic. Don’t worry if you don’t have the exact same number of cloves as I used. It’s not precise.\nChicken broth\n– for the savory base of the sauce\nLemon juice\n– a little bit of acidity for balance\nGarlic powder\n– for a different garlicky aspect! It’s a staple in my pantry.\nHeavy cream\n– it’s what makes the sauce luxuriously rich\nDo I eat the garlic cloves?\nYou do! If you’ve never really cooked with whole garlic cloves before, don’t worry. Cooking them in the sauce mellows them right out. It’s nothing like biting into raw garlic.\nHow to make creamy garlic chicken\nThis is an overview with step-by-step photos. Full ingredients & instructions are in the recipe card below.\nCut the chicken breasts into four cutlets, season with salt & pepper, and coat with flour. Pan fry until golden, and then take them out of the skillet. Lightly brown the garlic cloves in the same pan.\nAdd the broth, lemon juice, and garlic powder to the skillet. Let it up bubble for a few minutes until the liquid has reduced somewhat. Pour in the cream, and return the chicken to the pan to cook until it reaches 165F inside and the sauce thickens. Garnish with parsley if desired.\nSubstitutions and variations\nSub the cream at your own discretion. If you use something like milk or half-and-half, the sauce may curdle due to the high heat and end up thinner. I recommend reading through the reader comments. There’s tons of tips from readers who have tweaked this recipe to their liking.\nI use boneless\/skinless chicken breasts for this recipe. You can substitute for chicken thighs, but keep in mind those may take a bit longer to cook.\nFor an elegant touch, swap the chicken broth for a dry white wine like pinot grigio or sauvignon blanc.\nReaders have tried minced garlic in a jar, but the results won’t be the same and our kitchen has not tested that. You’re welcome to experiment.\nWhat to serve with creamy garlic chicken\nTry\nMashed Potatoes\n, a classic\nEasy Baked Potato\n,\nStick of Butter Rice\nor\nSimple Risotto\n, pasta, or scoop up those tasty garlic cloves with fresh crusty bread.\nFor veggie sides, I suggest sweet corn,\nMaple Roasted Beets and Carrots\n, or my very delicious\nEasy Roasted Cauliflower\nrecipe. My\nSautéed Green Beans\nwould also go great.\nIf you’re pairing it with a salad, I love this\nSuper Simple Parmesan Arugula Salad\nor going all out with my popular\n10-Minute Caesar Dressing\n.\nLeftovers and storage\nStore any leftovers of this creamy chicken in the fridge in a covered container for 3-4 days.\nReheat in a saucepan slowly and over a low heat until warmed through.\nI don’t recommend freezing this one. The chicken will dry out, and creamy sauces don’t hold up well in the freezer.\nIf you made this creamy garlic chicken recipe, leave a star rating and comment below! You can find me on\nInstagram\nand showcase your creations.\n▢\n2\nlarge\nboneless skinless chicken breasts\n▢\nSalt & pepper\nto taste\n▢\nFlour\nfor dredging\n▢\n1\ntablespoon\nolive oil\n▢\n2\ntablespoons\nbutter\ndivided\n▢\n1\nwhole head\ngarlic\ncloves peeled\n▢\n1\/2\ncup\nchicken broth or stock\n▢\n1\/2\nteaspoon\nlemon juice\n▢\n1\/4\nteaspoon\ngarlic powder\n▢\n1\ncup\nheavy\/whipping cream\n▢\nParsley\nchopped (optional)\nCut the chicken in half lengthwise so you have 4 smaller cutlets. Generously season them with salt & pepper and coat them in the flour. \nAdd the olive oil and 1 tbsp of the butter to a skillet over medium-high heat. Once the pan is hot, sauté the chicken for 4-5 minutes\/side or until it’s nice and golden. Take the chicken out of the pan and set it aside.\nReduce the heat to medium (or even med-low if using cast iron), and add the rest of the butter to the pan. Let it melt and then add the garlic cloves. Cook them for 3-4 minutes, stirring often, until they’re lightly browned on the outside. \nAdd the chicken broth, lemon juice, and garlic powder to the pan. Let it bubble for around 4 minutes or until the liquid is noticeably reduced. \nStir in the cream and add the chicken back into the pan. Let it cook for another 5 minutes or so, until the sauce is reduced and the chicken is cooked through. Serve with freshly chopped parsley if you wish.\nI recommend using fairly large boneless\/skinless chicken breasts for this recipe since we’re cutting them in half lengthwise. If you have smaller ones, use 4 of them and leave them intact.\nIf your garlic cloves are particularly gigantic like some of mine were, feel free to cut them in half so they’re all roughly the same size.\nThis recipe also can be found in the\nSalt & Lavender: Everyday Essentials\ncookbook\n.\nNutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.\n© Salt & Lavender Inc. Content and photographs are copyrighted. Sharing this blog post is much appreciated, but copying and pasting full recipes without authorization to social media is strictly prohibited.\nHi! I’m Natasha.\nSalt & Lavender is a recipe blog with a focus on delicious comfort food using everyday ingredients. Beat the weekday grind with hundreds of easy-to-follow and hassle-free recipes!","attrs_markdown":"[Skip to content](https:\/\/www.saltandlavender.com\/creamy-garlic-chicken\/#main-content)\n\n![everyday essentials cookbook](https:\/\/www.saltandlavender.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/cookbook-tophat.png)[Order the Salt & Lavender cookbook! →](https:\/\/www.saltandlavender.com\/cookbook\/)\n\nMy Favorites\n\n- [Recipes](https:\/\/www.saltandlavender.com\/recipe-index\/)\n  - [Chicken & Poultry](https:\/\/www.saltandlavender.com\/category\/chicken\/)\n  - [Pasta](https:\/\/www.saltandlavender.com\/category\/pasta\/)\n  - [One Pot Meals](https:\/\/www.saltandlavender.com\/category\/one-pot-meals\/)\n  - [Beef](https:\/\/www.saltandlavender.com\/category\/beef\/)\n  - [Soups](https:\/\/www.saltandlavender.com\/category\/soups\/)\n  - [Asian Inspired](https:\/\/www.saltandlavender.com\/category\/asian-inspired\/)\n  - [Mexican Inspired](https:\/\/www.saltandlavender.com\/category\/mexican-inspired\/)\n  - [Casseroles](https:\/\/www.saltandlavender.com\/category\/casseroles\/)\n  - [Pork](https:\/\/www.saltandlavender.com\/category\/pork\/)\n  - [Fish & Seafood](https:\/\/www.saltandlavender.com\/category\/seafood\/)\n  - [Appetizers & Sides](https:\/\/www.saltandlavender.com\/category\/appetizers-sides\/)\n  - [Crockpot](https:\/\/www.saltandlavender.com\/category\/crockpot\/)\n  - [Salads](https:\/\/www.saltandlavender.com\/category\/salads\/)\n- [30 Minute Meals](https:\/\/www.saltandlavender.com\/category\/quick-easy\/)\n- [Cookbook](https:\/\/www.saltandlavender.com\/cookbook\/)\n- [About](https:\/\/www.saltandlavender.com\/about\/)\n- My Favorites\n\n[Home](https:\/\/www.saltandlavender.com\/) [Chicken & Poultry](https:\/\/www.saltandlavender.com\/category\/chicken\/) Creamy Garlic Chicken\n\n# Creamy Garlic Chicken\n[![Avatar photo](https:\/\/www.saltandlavender.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/cropped-cropped-natasha-bull-salt-lavender-kitchen-teacup-1-128x128.jpg)](https:\/\/www.saltandlavender.com\/about\/)\n\nBy [Natasha](https:\/\/www.saltandlavender.com\/about\/)\n\nDec 04, 2018, Updated May 19, 2025\n\n4\\.88\n\n[1838](https:\/\/www.saltandlavender.com\/creamy-garlic-chicken\/#respond)\n\n[Jump to Recipe](https:\/\/www.saltandlavender.com\/creamy-garlic-chicken\/#wprm-recipe-container-22361)\n\nSave\n\n[Pin](https:\/\/pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/?url=https:\/\/www.saltandlavender.com\/creamy-garlic-chicken\/&media=https:\/\/www.saltandlavender.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/creamy-garlic-chicken-recipe-3.jpg&description=Creamy%20Garlic%20Chicken \"Share on Pinterest\")\n\n[Share](https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sharer\/sharer.php?u=https:\/\/www.saltandlavender.com\/creamy-garlic-chicken\/&display=popup&ref=plugin&src=share_button \"Share on Facebook\")\n\nThis post may contain affiliate links. Please read our [disclosure policy](https:\/\/www.saltandlavender.com\/privacy-policy\/).\n\nThis **creamy garlic chicken** recipe is the ultimate easy comfort food! Tender chicken breasts smothered in a creamy garlic sauce are irresistible. Garlic lovers unite\\!\n\nLove creamy chicken recipes? Try my [Creamy Tuscan Chicken](https:\/\/www.saltandlavender.com\/creamy-tuscan-chicken\/), this [Creamy Bacon Chicken](https:\/\/www.saltandlavender.com\/creamy-bacon-chicken\/), or my [Creamy Mushroom Chicken](https:\/\/www.saltandlavender.com\/creamy-mushroom-chicken\/).\n\n![cast iron skillet with chicken breasts and a creamy garlic sauce with whole cloves of garlic](https:\/\/www.saltandlavender.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/creamy-garlic-chicken-recipe-3-720x1080.jpg)\n\n## Why you’ll love it\nThis creamy garlic chicken is **ready in about 30 minutes**. It’s good enough to serve company, but it’s also one of those dishes that works for a quick weeknight dinner. A lovely reader said that it’s “one of the best things I have ever eaten!!!” It was an early hit on the blog and actually shaped the direction of S\\&L towards easy comfort food.\n\nYes, I include **both garlic powder and an entire head of garlic** in this recipe. It’s not a typo! Believe it or not, the garlic cloves themselves don’t make the sauce ridiculously garlicky. The flavor of garlic powder is slightly different than the fresh cloves. I’m going for all-out depth of garlic flavor here without making it overpowering.\n\n## What you’ll need\n- **Chicken** – we’re using two large boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut in half lengthwise to cook faster and more evenly, so it remains tender and melt-in-your-mouth\n- **Flour** – for a tasty crust on the exterior of the cutlets, and it also helps thicken the sauce\n- **Olive oil and butter** – for sautéing\n- **Garlic cloves** – use an entire head of garlic. Don’t worry if you don’t have the exact same number of cloves as I used. It’s not precise.\n- **Chicken broth** – for the savory base of the sauce\n- **Lemon juice** – a little bit of acidity for balance\n- **Garlic powder** – for a different garlicky aspect! It’s a staple in my pantry.\n- **Heavy cream** – it’s what makes the sauce luxuriously rich\n\n![ingredients for creamy garlic chicken on a marble countertop](https:\/\/www.saltandlavender.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/ingredients-for-creamy-garlic-chicken-720x1056.jpg)\n\n![ingredients for creamy garlic chicken on a marble countertop](https:\/\/www.saltandlavender.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/ingredients-for-creamy-garlic-chicken-720x1056.jpg)\n\n## Do I eat the garlic cloves?\n- You do! If you’ve never really cooked with whole garlic cloves before, don’t worry. Cooking them in the sauce mellows them right out. It’s nothing like biting into raw garlic.\n\n![creamy garlic chicken on a plate with mashed potatoes and green beans](https:\/\/www.saltandlavender.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/creamy-garlic-chicken-recipe-5-720x1080.jpg)\n\n![creamy garlic chicken on a plate with mashed potatoes and green beans](https:\/\/www.saltandlavender.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/creamy-garlic-chicken-recipe-5-720x1080.jpg)\n\n## Tools for this recipe\n*Check out Natasha’s favorite [kitchen essentials](https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/shop\/saltandlavender), gadgets, and cookware\\!*\n\n- You don’t have to spend a lot time peeling the garlic cloves. Use a [silicone garlic peeler tube](https:\/\/amzn.to\/2StPlxf), or buy garlic cloves that are already peeled if you really want to save a bit of time. I usually just use my knife. [Here’s a quick video tutorial](https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=oD4YzkBJXfg) how.\n- This is my trusty [10\\.25″ Lodge cast iron skillet](https:\/\/amzn.to\/3ZyhNA2), and I use a [chef’s knife](https:\/\/amzn.to\/3M3QOcw) to cut the chicken.\n- Chicken is safe to eat at 165F, and the best way to never have undercooked or overcooked meat is using an [instant read thermometer](https:\/\/amzn.to\/4dROdgM).\n\n## How to make creamy garlic chicken\n*This is an overview with step-by-step photos. Full ingredients & instructions are in the recipe card below.*\n\n![pan frying chicken in a cast iron skillet and then frying garlic cloves](https:\/\/www.saltandlavender.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/how-to-make-creamy-garlic-chicken-1-720x470.jpg)\n\n![pan frying chicken in a cast iron skillet and then frying garlic cloves](https:\/\/www.saltandlavender.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/how-to-make-creamy-garlic-chicken-1-720x470.jpg)\n\nCut the chicken breasts into four cutlets, season with salt & pepper, and coat with flour. Pan fry until golden, and then take them out of the skillet. Lightly brown the garlic cloves in the same pan.\n\n![making sauce for creamy garlic chicken in a cast iron skillet](https:\/\/www.saltandlavender.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/how-to-make-creamy-garlic-chicken-2-720x470.jpg)\n\n![making sauce for creamy garlic chicken in a cast iron skillet](https:\/\/www.saltandlavender.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/how-to-make-creamy-garlic-chicken-2-720x470.jpg)\n\nAdd the broth, lemon juice, and garlic powder to the skillet. Let it up bubble for a few minutes until the liquid has reduced somewhat. Pour in the cream, and return the chicken to the pan to cook until it reaches 165F inside and the sauce thickens. Garnish with parsley if desired.\n\n## Substitutions and variations\n- Sub the cream at your own discretion. If you use something like milk or half-and-half, the sauce may curdle due to the high heat and end up thinner. I recommend reading through the reader comments. There’s tons of tips from readers who have tweaked this recipe to their liking.\n- I use boneless\/skinless chicken breasts for this recipe. You can substitute for chicken thighs, but keep in mind those may take a bit longer to cook.\n- For an elegant touch, swap the chicken broth for a dry white wine like pinot grigio or sauvignon blanc.\n- Readers have tried minced garlic in a jar, but the results won’t be the same and our kitchen has not tested that. You’re welcome to experiment.\n\n![close-up of creamy chicken skillet with garlic cream sauce](https:\/\/www.saltandlavender.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/creamy-garlic-chicken-recipe-1-720x1080.jpg)\n\n![close-up of creamy chicken skillet with garlic cream sauce](https:\/\/www.saltandlavender.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/creamy-garlic-chicken-recipe-1-720x1080.jpg)\n\n## What to serve with creamy garlic chicken\n- Try [Mashed Potatoes](https:\/\/www.saltandlavender.com\/cream-cheese-mashed-potatoes\/), a classic [Easy Baked Potato](https:\/\/www.saltandlavender.com\/baked-potato\/), [Stick of Butter Rice](https:\/\/www.saltandlavender.com\/stick-of-butter-rice\/) or [Simple Risotto](https:\/\/www.saltandlavender.com\/risotto\/), pasta, or scoop up those tasty garlic cloves with fresh crusty bread.\n- For veggie sides, I suggest sweet corn, [Maple Roasted Beets and Carrots](https:\/\/www.saltandlavender.com\/maple-roasted-beets-and-carrots\/), or my very delicious [Easy Roasted Cauliflower](https:\/\/www.saltandlavender.com\/roasted-cauliflower\/) recipe. My [Sautéed Green Beans](https:\/\/www.saltandlavender.com\/sauteed-green-beans\/) would also go great.\n- If you’re pairing it with a salad, I love this [Super Simple Parmesan Arugula Salad](https:\/\/www.saltandlavender.com\/arugula-salad\/) or going all out with my popular [10-Minute Caesar Dressing](https:\/\/www.saltandlavender.com\/easy-caesar-salad-dressing-10-minutes-no-blender\/).\n\n## Leftovers and storage\n- Store any leftovers of this creamy chicken in the fridge in a covered container for 3-4 days.\n- Reheat in a saucepan slowly and over a low heat until warmed through.\n- I don’t recommend freezing this one. The chicken will dry out, and creamy sauces don’t hold up well in the freezer.\n\n## More 30-minute chicken recipes\n- [Creamy Dijon Rosemary Chicken](https:\/\/www.saltandlavender.com\/creamy-dijon-rosemary-chicken\/)\n- [Chicken Marsala](https:\/\/www.saltandlavender.com\/chicken-in-a-mushroom-and-marsala-sauce\/)\n- [Easy Baked Chicken Breast](https:\/\/www.saltandlavender.com\/baked-chicken-breast\/)\n- [One Pot Chicken and Noodles](https:\/\/www.saltandlavender.com\/chicken-and-noodles\/)\n- [Easy Chicken Piccata](https:\/\/www.saltandlavender.com\/chicken-piccata\/)\n\n![creamy garlic chicken in a cast iron skillet with whole garlic cloves and plenty of garlic cream sauce](https:\/\/www.saltandlavender.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/creamy-garlic-chicken-recipe-4-720x1080.jpg)\n\n![creamy garlic chicken in a cast iron skillet with whole garlic cloves and plenty of garlic cream sauce](https:\/\/www.saltandlavender.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/creamy-garlic-chicken-recipe-4-720x1080.jpg)\n\nIf you made this creamy garlic chicken recipe, leave a star rating and comment below! You can find me on [Instagram](https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/saltandlavender\/) and showcase your creations.\n\n![This creamy chicken skillet recipe is loaded with garlic and the the most amazing melt-in-your-mouth chicken. Make it for dinner tonight\\!](https:\/\/www.saltandlavender.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/creamy-garlic-chicken-recipe-1-300x300.jpg)\n\n![This creamy chicken skillet recipe is loaded with garlic and the the most amazing melt-in-your-mouth chicken. Make it for dinner tonight\\!](https:\/\/www.saltandlavender.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/creamy-garlic-chicken-recipe-1-300x300.jpg)\n\n4\\.88 from 565 votes\n\n## Creamy Garlic Chicken\nBy [Natasha Bull](https:\/\/www.saltandlavender.com\/about\/)\n\nThis **creamy garlic chicken** recipe is the ultimate easy comfort food! Tender chicken breasts smothered in a creamy garlic sauce are irresistible. Garlic lovers unite\\!\n\nPrep: 10 minutes mins\n\nCook: 20 minutes mins\n\nTotal: 30 minutes mins\n\nServings: 4\n\n[Save Recipe](https:\/\/app.grow.me\/)[Saved Recipe](https:\/\/app.grow.me\/) [Pin Recipe](https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/bookmarklet\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.saltandlavender.com%2Fcreamy-garlic-chicken%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.saltandlavender.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2018%2F12%2Fcreamy-garlic-chicken-recipe-1.jpg&description=This+creamy+garlic+chicken+recipe+is+the+ultimate+easy+comfort+food%21+Tender+chicken+breasts+smothered+in+a+creamy+garlic+sauce+are+irresistible.+Garlic+lovers+unite%21&is_video=false) [Rate Recipe](https:\/\/www.saltandlavender.com\/creamy-garlic-chicken\/#respond) [Print Recipe](https:\/\/www.saltandlavender.com\/wprm_print\/creamy-garlic-chicken)\n\n### Ingredients 0\\.5x 1x 2x 3x\n- ▢\n  2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts\n- ▢\n  Salt & pepper  to taste\n- ▢\n  Flour for dredging\n- ▢\n  1 tablespoon olive oil\n- ▢\n  2 tablespoons butter divided\n- ▢\n  1 whole head garlic cloves peeled\n- ▢\n  1\/2 cup chicken broth or stock\n- ▢\n  1\/2 teaspoon lemon juice\n- ▢\n  1\/4 teaspoon garlic powder\n- ▢\n  1 cup heavy\/whipping cream\n- ▢\n  Parsley chopped (optional)\n\nCook Mode\n\nPrevent your screen from going dark\n\n### Instructions\n- Cut the chicken in half lengthwise so you have 4 smaller cutlets. Generously season them with salt & pepper and coat them in the flour.\n- Add the olive oil and 1 tbsp of the butter to a skillet over medium-high heat. Once the pan is hot, sauté the chicken for 4-5 minutes\/side or until it’s nice and golden. Take the chicken out of the pan and set it aside.\n- Reduce the heat to medium (or even med-low if using cast iron), and add the rest of the butter to the pan. Let it melt and then add the garlic cloves. Cook them for 3-4 minutes, stirring often, until they’re lightly browned on the outside.\n- Add the chicken broth, lemon juice, and garlic powder to the pan. Let it bubble for around 4 minutes or until the liquid is noticeably reduced.\n- Stir in the cream and add the chicken back into the pan. Let it cook for another 5 minutes or so, until the sauce is reduced and the chicken is cooked through. Serve with freshly chopped parsley if you wish.\n\n### Notes\n- I recommend using fairly large boneless\/skinless chicken breasts for this recipe since we’re cutting them in half lengthwise. If you have smaller ones, use 4 of them and leave them intact.\n- If your garlic cloves are particularly gigantic like some of mine were, feel free to cut them in half so they’re all roughly the same size.\n- This recipe also can be found in the *Salt & Lavender: Everyday Essentials* [cookbook](https:\/\/www.saltandlavender.com\/cookbook\/).\n\n### Nutrition\nShow Nutrition Info\n\nCalories: 435kcal, Carbohydrates: 6g, Protein: 26g, Fat: 34g, Saturated Fat: 18g, Cholesterol: 169mg, Sodium: 313mg, Potassium: 514mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 1g, Vitamin A: 1083IU, Vitamin C: 6mg, Calcium: 57mg, Iron: 1mg\n\nNutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.\n\n© Salt & Lavender Inc. Content and photographs are copyrighted. 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Try my [Creamy Tuscan Chicken](https:\/\/www.saltandlavender.com\/creamy-tuscan-chicken\/), this [Creamy Bacon Chicken](https:\/\/www.saltandlavender.com\/creamy-bacon-chicken\/), or my [Creamy Mushroom Chicken](https:\/\/www.saltandlavender.com\/creamy-mushroom-chicken\/).\n\n![cast iron skillet with chicken breasts and a creamy garlic sauce with whole cloves of garlic](https:\/\/www.saltandlavender.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/creamy-garlic-chicken-recipe-3-720x1080.jpg)\n\n## Why you’ll love it\nThis creamy garlic chicken is **ready in about 30 minutes**. It’s good enough to serve company, but it’s also one of those dishes that works for a quick weeknight dinner. A lovely reader said that it’s “one of the best things I have ever eaten!!!” It was an early hit on the blog and actually shaped the direction of S\\&L towards easy comfort food.\n\nYes, I include **both garlic powder and an entire head of garlic** in this recipe. It’s not a typo! Believe it or not, the garlic cloves themselves don’t make the sauce ridiculously garlicky. The flavor of garlic powder is slightly different than the fresh cloves. I’m going for all-out depth of garlic flavor here without making it overpowering.\n\n## What you’ll need\n- **Chicken** – we’re using two large boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut in half lengthwise to cook faster and more evenly, so it remains tender and melt-in-your-mouth\n- **Flour** – for a tasty crust on the exterior of the cutlets, and it also helps thicken the sauce\n- **Olive oil and butter** – for sautéing\n- **Garlic cloves** – use an entire head of garlic. Don’t worry if you don’t have the exact same number of cloves as I used. It’s not precise.\n- **Chicken broth** – for the savory base of the sauce\n- **Lemon juice** – a little bit of acidity for balance\n- **Garlic powder** – for a different garlicky aspect! It’s a staple in my pantry.\n- **Heavy cream** – it’s what makes the sauce luxuriously rich\n\n![ingredients for creamy garlic chicken on a marble countertop](https:\/\/www.saltandlavender.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/ingredients-for-creamy-garlic-chicken-720x1056.jpg)\n\n## Do I eat the garlic cloves?\n- You do! If you’ve never really cooked with whole garlic cloves before, don’t worry. Cooking them in the sauce mellows them right out. It’s nothing like biting into raw garlic.\n\n![creamy garlic chicken on a plate with mashed potatoes and green beans](https:\/\/www.saltandlavender.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/creamy-garlic-chicken-recipe-5-720x1080.jpg)\n\n## How to make creamy garlic chicken\n*This is an overview with step-by-step photos. Full ingredients & instructions are in the recipe card below.*\n\n![pan frying chicken in a cast iron skillet and then frying garlic cloves](https:\/\/www.saltandlavender.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/how-to-make-creamy-garlic-chicken-1-720x470.jpg)\n\nCut the chicken breasts into four cutlets, season with salt & pepper, and coat with flour. Pan fry until golden, and then take them out of the skillet. Lightly brown the garlic cloves in the same pan.\n\n![making sauce for creamy garlic chicken in a cast iron skillet](https:\/\/www.saltandlavender.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/how-to-make-creamy-garlic-chicken-2-720x470.jpg)\n\nAdd the broth, lemon juice, and garlic powder to the skillet. Let it up bubble for a few minutes until the liquid has reduced somewhat. Pour in the cream, and return the chicken to the pan to cook until it reaches 165F inside and the sauce thickens. Garnish with parsley if desired.\n\n## Substitutions and variations\n- Sub the cream at your own discretion. If you use something like milk or half-and-half, the sauce may curdle due to the high heat and end up thinner. I recommend reading through the reader comments. There’s tons of tips from readers who have tweaked this recipe to their liking.\n- I use boneless\/skinless chicken breasts for this recipe. You can substitute for chicken thighs, but keep in mind those may take a bit longer to cook.\n- For an elegant touch, swap the chicken broth for a dry white wine like pinot grigio or sauvignon blanc.\n- Readers have tried minced garlic in a jar, but the results won’t be the same and our kitchen has not tested that. 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My [Sautéed Green Beans](https:\/\/www.saltandlavender.com\/sauteed-green-beans\/) would also go great.\n- If you’re pairing it with a salad, I love this [Super Simple Parmesan Arugula Salad](https:\/\/www.saltandlavender.com\/arugula-salad\/) or going all out with my popular [10-Minute Caesar Dressing](https:\/\/www.saltandlavender.com\/easy-caesar-salad-dressing-10-minutes-no-blender\/).\n\n## Leftovers and storage\n- Store any leftovers of this creamy chicken in the fridge in a covered container for 3-4 days.\n- Reheat in a saucepan slowly and over a low heat until warmed through.\n- I don’t recommend freezing this one. The chicken will dry out, and creamy sauces don’t hold up well in the freezer.\n\n![creamy garlic chicken in a cast iron skillet with whole garlic cloves and plenty of garlic cream sauce](https:\/\/www.saltandlavender.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/creamy-garlic-chicken-recipe-4-720x1080.jpg)\n\nIf you made this creamy garlic chicken recipe, leave a star rating and comment below! You can find me on [Instagram](https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/saltandlavender\/) and showcase your creations.\n\n- ▢\n  2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts\n- ▢\n  Salt & pepper  to taste\n- ▢\n  Flour for dredging\n- ▢\n  1 tablespoon olive oil\n- ▢\n  2 tablespoons butter divided\n- ▢\n  1 whole head garlic cloves peeled\n- ▢\n  1\/2 cup chicken broth or stock\n- ▢\n  1\/2 teaspoon lemon juice\n- ▢\n  1\/4 teaspoon garlic powder\n- ▢\n  1 cup heavy\/whipping cream\n- ▢\n  Parsley chopped (optional)\n\n- Cut the chicken in half lengthwise so you have 4 smaller cutlets. Generously season them with salt & pepper and coat them in the flour.\n- Add the olive oil and 1 tbsp of the butter to a skillet over medium-high heat. Once the pan is hot, sauté the chicken for 4-5 minutes\/side or until it’s nice and golden. Take the chicken out of the pan and set it aside.\n- Reduce the heat to medium (or even med-low if using cast iron), and add the rest of the butter to the pan. Let it melt and then add the garlic cloves. Cook them for 3-4 minutes, stirring often, until they’re lightly browned on the outside.\n- Add the chicken broth, lemon juice, and garlic powder to the pan. Let it bubble for around 4 minutes or until the liquid is noticeably reduced.\n- Stir in the cream and add the chicken back into the pan. Let it cook for another 5 minutes or so, until the sauce is reduced and the chicken is cooked through. 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Boilerpipe Text	This post may contain affiliate links. Please read our disclosure policy . This creamy garlic chicken recipe is the ultimate easy comfort food! Tender chicken breasts smothered in a creamy garlic sauce are irresistible. Garlic lovers unite! Love creamy chicken recipes? Try my Creamy Tuscan Chicken , this Creamy Bacon Chicken , or my Creamy Mushroom Chicken . Why you’ll love it This creamy garlic chicken is ready in about 30 minutes . It’s good enough to serve company, but it’s also one of those dishes that works for a quick weeknight dinner. A lovely reader said that it’s “one of the best things I have ever eaten!!!” It was an early hit on the blog and actually shaped the direction of S&L towards easy comfort food. Yes, I include both garlic powder and an entire head of garlic in this recipe. It’s not a typo! Believe it or not, the garlic cloves themselves don’t make the sauce ridiculously garlicky. The flavor of garlic powder is slightly different than the fresh cloves. I’m going for all-out depth of garlic flavor here without making it overpowering. What you’ll need Chicken – we’re using two large boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut in half lengthwise to cook faster and more evenly, so it remains tender and melt-in-your-mouth Flour – for a tasty crust on the exterior of the cutlets, and it also helps thicken the sauce Olive oil and butter – for sautéing Garlic cloves – use an entire head of garlic. Don’t worry if you don’t have the exact same number of cloves as I used. It’s not precise. Chicken broth – for the savory base of the sauce Lemon juice – a little bit of acidity for balance Garlic powder – for a different garlicky aspect! It’s a staple in my pantry. Heavy cream – it’s what makes the sauce luxuriously rich Do I eat the garlic cloves? You do! If you’ve never really cooked with whole garlic cloves before, don’t worry. Cooking them in the sauce mellows them right out. It’s nothing like biting into raw garlic. How to make creamy garlic chicken This is an overview with step-by-step photos. Full ingredients & instructions are in the recipe card below. Cut the chicken breasts into four cutlets, season with salt & pepper, and coat with flour. Pan fry until golden, and then take them out of the skillet. Lightly brown the garlic cloves in the same pan. Add the broth, lemon juice, and garlic powder to the skillet. Let it up bubble for a few minutes until the liquid has reduced somewhat. Pour in the cream, and return the chicken to the pan to cook until it reaches 165F inside and the sauce thickens. Garnish with parsley if desired. Substitutions and variations Sub the cream at your own discretion. If you use something like milk or half-and-half, the sauce may curdle due to the high heat and end up thinner. I recommend reading through the reader comments. There’s tons of tips from readers who have tweaked this recipe to their liking. I use boneless/skinless chicken breasts for this recipe. You can substitute for chicken thighs, but keep in mind those may take a bit longer to cook. For an elegant touch, swap the chicken broth for a dry white wine like pinot grigio or sauvignon blanc. Readers have tried minced garlic in a jar, but the results won’t be the same and our kitchen has not tested that. You’re welcome to experiment. What to serve with creamy garlic chicken Try Mashed Potatoes , a classic Easy Baked Potato , Stick of Butter Rice or Simple Risotto , pasta, or scoop up those tasty garlic cloves with fresh crusty bread. For veggie sides, I suggest sweet corn, Maple Roasted Beets and Carrots , or my very delicious Easy Roasted Cauliflower recipe. My Sautéed Green Beans would also go great. If you’re pairing it with a salad, I love this Super Simple Parmesan Arugula Salad or going all out with my popular 10-Minute Caesar Dressing . Leftovers and storage Store any leftovers of this creamy chicken in the fridge in a covered container for 3-4 days. Reheat in a saucepan slowly and over a low heat until warmed through. I don’t recommend freezing this one. The chicken will dry out, and creamy sauces don’t hold up well in the freezer. If you made this creamy garlic chicken recipe, leave a star rating and comment below! You can find me on Instagram and showcase your creations. ▢ 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts ▢ Salt & pepper to taste ▢ Flour for dredging ▢ 1 tablespoon olive oil ▢ 2 tablespoons butter divided ▢ 1 whole head garlic cloves peeled ▢ 1/2 cup chicken broth or stock ▢ 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice ▢ 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder ▢ 1 cup heavy/whipping cream ▢ Parsley chopped (optional) Cut the chicken in half lengthwise so you have 4 smaller cutlets. Generously season them with salt & pepper and coat them in the flour. Add the olive oil and 1 tbsp of the butter to a skillet over medium-high heat. Once the pan is hot, sauté the chicken for 4-5 minutes/side or until it’s nice and golden. Take the chicken out of the pan and set it aside. Reduce the heat to medium (or even med-low if using cast iron), and add the rest of the butter to the pan. Let it melt and then add the garlic cloves. Cook them for 3-4 minutes, stirring often, until they’re lightly browned on the outside. Add the chicken broth, lemon juice, and garlic powder to the pan. Let it bubble for around 4 minutes or until the liquid is noticeably reduced. Stir in the cream and add the chicken back into the pan. Let it cook for another 5 minutes or so, until the sauce is reduced and the chicken is cooked through. Serve with freshly chopped parsley if you wish. I recommend using fairly large boneless/skinless chicken breasts for this recipe since we’re cutting them in half lengthwise. If you have smaller ones, use 4 of them and leave them intact. If your garlic cloves are particularly gigantic like some of mine were, feel free to cut them in half so they’re all roughly the same size. This recipe also can be found in the Salt & Lavender: Everyday Essentials cookbook . Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation. © Salt & Lavender Inc. Content and photographs are copyrighted. Sharing this blog post is much appreciated, but copying and pasting full recipes without authorization to social media is strictly prohibited. Hi! I’m Natasha. Salt & Lavender is a recipe blog with a focus on delicious comfort food using everyday ingredients. Beat the weekday grind with hundreds of easy-to-follow and hassle-free recipes!
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Please read our [disclosure policy](https://www.saltandlavender.com/privacy-policy/). This creamy garlic chicken recipe is the ultimate easy comfort food! Tender chicken breasts smothered in a creamy garlic sauce are irresistible. Garlic lovers unite\! Love creamy chicken recipes? Try my [Creamy Tuscan Chicken](https://www.saltandlavender.com/creamy-tuscan-chicken/), this [Creamy Bacon Chicken](https://www.saltandlavender.com/creamy-bacon-chicken/), or my [Creamy Mushroom Chicken](https://www.saltandlavender.com/creamy-mushroom-chicken/). ![cast iron skillet with chicken breasts and a creamy garlic sauce with whole cloves of garlic](https://www.saltandlavender.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/creamy-garlic-chicken-recipe-3-720x1080.jpg) ## Why you’ll love it This creamy garlic chicken is ready in about 30 minutes. It’s good enough to serve company, but it’s also one of those dishes that works for a quick weeknight dinner. A lovely reader said that it’s “one of the best things I have ever eaten!!!” It was an early hit on the blog and actually shaped the direction of S\&L towards easy comfort food. Yes, I include both garlic powder and an entire head of garlic in this recipe. It’s not a typo! Believe it or not, the garlic cloves themselves don’t make the sauce ridiculously garlicky. The flavor of garlic powder is slightly different than the fresh cloves. I’m going for all-out depth of garlic flavor here without making it overpowering. ## What you’ll need - Chicken – we’re using two large boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut in half lengthwise to cook faster and more evenly, so it remains tender and melt-in-your-mouth - Flour – for a tasty crust on the exterior of the cutlets, and it also helps thicken the sauce - Olive oil and butter – for sautéing - Garlic cloves – use an entire head of garlic. Don’t worry if you don’t have the exact same number of cloves as I used. It’s not precise. - Chicken broth – for the savory base of the sauce - Lemon juice – a little bit of acidity for balance - Garlic powder – for a different garlicky aspect! It’s a staple in my pantry. - Heavy cream – it’s what makes the sauce luxuriously rich ![ingredients for creamy garlic chicken on a marble countertop](https://www.saltandlavender.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/ingredients-for-creamy-garlic-chicken-720x1056.jpg) ![ingredients for creamy garlic chicken on a marble countertop](https://www.saltandlavender.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/ingredients-for-creamy-garlic-chicken-720x1056.jpg) ## Do I eat the garlic cloves? - You do! If you’ve never really cooked with whole garlic cloves before, don’t worry. Cooking them in the sauce mellows them right out. It’s nothing like biting into raw garlic. ![creamy garlic chicken on a plate with mashed potatoes and green beans](https://www.saltandlavender.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/creamy-garlic-chicken-recipe-5-720x1080.jpg) ![creamy garlic chicken on a plate with mashed potatoes and green beans](https://www.saltandlavender.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/creamy-garlic-chicken-recipe-5-720x1080.jpg) ## Tools for this recipe Check out Natasha’s favorite [kitchen essentials](https://www.amazon.com/shop/saltandlavender), gadgets, and cookware\! - You don’t have to spend a lot time peeling the garlic cloves. Use a [silicone garlic peeler tube](https://amzn.to/2StPlxf), or buy garlic cloves that are already peeled if you really want to save a bit of time. I usually just use my knife. [Here’s a quick video tutorial](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oD4YzkBJXfg) how. - This is my trusty [10\.25″ Lodge cast iron skillet](https://amzn.to/3ZyhNA2), and I use a [chef’s knife](https://amzn.to/3M3QOcw) to cut the chicken. - Chicken is safe to eat at 165F, and the best way to never have undercooked or overcooked meat is using an [instant read thermometer](https://amzn.to/4dROdgM). ## How to make creamy garlic chicken This is an overview with step-by-step photos. Full ingredients & instructions are in the recipe card below. ![pan frying chicken in a cast iron skillet and then frying garlic cloves](https://www.saltandlavender.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/how-to-make-creamy-garlic-chicken-1-720x470.jpg) ![pan frying chicken in a cast iron skillet and then frying garlic cloves](https://www.saltandlavender.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/how-to-make-creamy-garlic-chicken-1-720x470.jpg) Cut the chicken breasts into four cutlets, season with salt & pepper, and coat with flour. Pan fry until golden, and then take them out of the skillet. Lightly brown the garlic cloves in the same pan. ![making sauce for creamy garlic chicken in a cast iron skillet](https://www.saltandlavender.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/how-to-make-creamy-garlic-chicken-2-720x470.jpg) ![making sauce for creamy garlic chicken in a cast iron skillet](https://www.saltandlavender.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/how-to-make-creamy-garlic-chicken-2-720x470.jpg) Add the broth, lemon juice, and garlic powder to the skillet. Let it up bubble for a few minutes until the liquid has reduced somewhat. Pour in the cream, and return the chicken to the pan to cook until it reaches 165F inside and the sauce thickens. Garnish with parsley if desired. ## Substitutions and variations - Sub the cream at your own discretion. If you use something like milk or half-and-half, the sauce may curdle due to the high heat and end up thinner. I recommend reading through the reader comments. There’s tons of tips from readers who have tweaked this recipe to their liking. - I use boneless/skinless chicken breasts for this recipe. You can substitute for chicken thighs, but keep in mind those may take a bit longer to cook. - For an elegant touch, swap the chicken broth for a dry white wine like pinot grigio or sauvignon blanc. - Readers have tried minced garlic in a jar, but the results won’t be the same and our kitchen has not tested that. You’re welcome to experiment. ![close-up of creamy chicken skillet with garlic cream sauce](https://www.saltandlavender.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/creamy-garlic-chicken-recipe-1-720x1080.jpg) ![close-up of creamy chicken skillet with garlic cream sauce](https://www.saltandlavender.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/creamy-garlic-chicken-recipe-1-720x1080.jpg) ## What to serve with creamy garlic chicken - Try [Mashed Potatoes](https://www.saltandlavender.com/cream-cheese-mashed-potatoes/), a classic [Easy Baked Potato](https://www.saltandlavender.com/baked-potato/), [Stick of Butter Rice](https://www.saltandlavender.com/stick-of-butter-rice/) or [Simple Risotto](https://www.saltandlavender.com/risotto/), pasta, or scoop up those tasty garlic cloves with fresh crusty bread. - For veggie sides, I suggest sweet corn, [Maple Roasted Beets and Carrots](https://www.saltandlavender.com/maple-roasted-beets-and-carrots/), or my very delicious [Easy Roasted Cauliflower](https://www.saltandlavender.com/roasted-cauliflower/) recipe. My [Sautéed Green Beans](https://www.saltandlavender.com/sauteed-green-beans/) would also go great. - If you’re pairing it with a salad, I love this [Super Simple Parmesan Arugula Salad](https://www.saltandlavender.com/arugula-salad/) or going all out with my popular [10-Minute Caesar Dressing](https://www.saltandlavender.com/easy-caesar-salad-dressing-10-minutes-no-blender/). ## Leftovers and storage - Store any leftovers of this creamy chicken in the fridge in a covered container for 3-4 days. - Reheat in a saucepan slowly and over a low heat until warmed through. - I don’t recommend freezing this one. The chicken will dry out, and creamy sauces don’t hold up well in the freezer. ## More 30-minute chicken recipes - [Creamy Dijon Rosemary Chicken](https://www.saltandlavender.com/creamy-dijon-rosemary-chicken/) - [Chicken Marsala](https://www.saltandlavender.com/chicken-in-a-mushroom-and-marsala-sauce/) - [Easy Baked Chicken Breast](https://www.saltandlavender.com/baked-chicken-breast/) - [One Pot Chicken and Noodles](https://www.saltandlavender.com/chicken-and-noodles/) - [Easy Chicken Piccata](https://www.saltandlavender.com/chicken-piccata/) ![creamy garlic chicken in a cast iron skillet with whole garlic cloves and plenty of garlic cream sauce](https://www.saltandlavender.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/creamy-garlic-chicken-recipe-4-720x1080.jpg) ![creamy garlic chicken in a cast iron skillet with whole garlic cloves and plenty of garlic cream sauce](https://www.saltandlavender.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/creamy-garlic-chicken-recipe-4-720x1080.jpg) If you made this creamy garlic chicken recipe, leave a star rating and comment below! You can find me on [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/saltandlavender/) and showcase your creations. ![This creamy chicken skillet recipe is loaded with garlic and the the most amazing melt-in-your-mouth chicken. Make it for dinner tonight\!](https://www.saltandlavender.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/creamy-garlic-chicken-recipe-1-300x300.jpg) ![This creamy chicken skillet recipe is loaded with garlic and the the most amazing melt-in-your-mouth chicken. Make it for dinner tonight\!](https://www.saltandlavender.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/creamy-garlic-chicken-recipe-1-300x300.jpg) 4\.88 from 565 votes ## Creamy Garlic Chicken By [Natasha Bull](https://www.saltandlavender.com/about/) This creamy garlic chicken recipe is the ultimate easy comfort food! Tender chicken breasts smothered in a creamy garlic sauce are irresistible. Garlic lovers unite\! Prep: 10 minutes mins Cook: 20 minutes mins Total: 30 minutes mins Servings: 4 [Save Recipe](https://app.grow.me/)[Saved Recipe](https://app.grow.me/) [Pin Recipe](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/bookmarklet/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.saltandlavender.com%2Fcreamy-garlic-chicken%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.saltandlavender.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2018%2F12%2Fcreamy-garlic-chicken-recipe-1.jpg&description=This+creamy+garlic+chicken+recipe+is+the+ultimate+easy+comfort+food%21+Tender+chicken+breasts+smothered+in+a+creamy+garlic+sauce+are+irresistible.+Garlic+lovers+unite%21&is_video=false) [Rate Recipe](https://www.saltandlavender.com/creamy-garlic-chicken/#respond) [Print Recipe](https://www.saltandlavender.com/wprm_print/creamy-garlic-chicken) ### Ingredients 0\.5x 1x 2x 3x - ▢ 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts - ▢ Salt & pepper to taste - ▢ Flour for dredging - ▢ 1 tablespoon olive oil - ▢ 2 tablespoons butter divided - ▢ 1 whole head garlic cloves peeled - ▢ 1/2 cup chicken broth or stock - ▢ 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice - ▢ 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder - ▢ 1 cup heavy/whipping cream - ▢ Parsley chopped (optional) Cook Mode Prevent your screen from going dark ### Instructions - Cut the chicken in half lengthwise so you have 4 smaller cutlets. Generously season them with salt & pepper and coat them in the flour. - Add the olive oil and 1 tbsp of the butter to a skillet over medium-high heat. Once the pan is hot, sauté the chicken for 4-5 minutes/side or until it’s nice and golden. Take the chicken out of the pan and set it aside. - Reduce the heat to medium (or even med-low if using cast iron), and add the rest of the butter to the pan. Let it melt and then add the garlic cloves. Cook them for 3-4 minutes, stirring often, until they’re lightly browned on the outside. - Add the chicken broth, lemon juice, and garlic powder to the pan. Let it bubble for around 4 minutes or until the liquid is noticeably reduced. - Stir in the cream and add the chicken back into the pan. Let it cook for another 5 minutes or so, until the sauce is reduced and the chicken is cooked through. Serve with freshly chopped parsley if you wish. ### Notes - I recommend using fairly large boneless/skinless chicken breasts for this recipe since we’re cutting them in half lengthwise. If you have smaller ones, use 4 of them and leave them intact. - If your garlic cloves are particularly gigantic like some of mine were, feel free to cut them in half so they’re all roughly the same size. - This recipe also can be found in the Salt & Lavender: Everyday Essentials [cookbook](https://www.saltandlavender.com/cookbook/). ### Nutrition Show Nutrition Info Calories: 435kcal, Carbohydrates: 6g, Protein: 26g, Fat: 34g, Saturated Fat: 18g, Cholesterol: 169mg, Sodium: 313mg, Potassium: 514mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 1g, Vitamin A: 1083IU, Vitamin C: 6mg, Calcium: 57mg, Iron: 1mg Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation. © Salt & Lavender Inc. Content and photographs are copyrighted. 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Readable Markdown	This post may contain affiliate links. Please read our [disclosure policy](https://www.saltandlavender.com/privacy-policy/). This creamy garlic chicken recipe is the ultimate easy comfort food! Tender chicken breasts smothered in a creamy garlic sauce are irresistible. Garlic lovers unite\! Love creamy chicken recipes? Try my [Creamy Tuscan Chicken](https://www.saltandlavender.com/creamy-tuscan-chicken/), this [Creamy Bacon Chicken](https://www.saltandlavender.com/creamy-bacon-chicken/), or my [Creamy Mushroom Chicken](https://www.saltandlavender.com/creamy-mushroom-chicken/). ![cast iron skillet with chicken breasts and a creamy garlic sauce with whole cloves of garlic](https://www.saltandlavender.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/creamy-garlic-chicken-recipe-3-720x1080.jpg) ## Why you’ll love it This creamy garlic chicken is ready in about 30 minutes. It’s good enough to serve company, but it’s also one of those dishes that works for a quick weeknight dinner. A lovely reader said that it’s “one of the best things I have ever eaten!!!” It was an early hit on the blog and actually shaped the direction of S\&L towards easy comfort food. Yes, I include both garlic powder and an entire head of garlic in this recipe. It’s not a typo! Believe it or not, the garlic cloves themselves don’t make the sauce ridiculously garlicky. The flavor of garlic powder is slightly different than the fresh cloves. I’m going for all-out depth of garlic flavor here without making it overpowering. ## What you’ll need - Chicken – we’re using two large boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut in half lengthwise to cook faster and more evenly, so it remains tender and melt-in-your-mouth - Flour – for a tasty crust on the exterior of the cutlets, and it also helps thicken the sauce - Olive oil and butter – for sautéing - Garlic cloves – use an entire head of garlic. Don’t worry if you don’t have the exact same number of cloves as I used. It’s not precise. - Chicken broth – for the savory base of the sauce - Lemon juice – a little bit of acidity for balance - Garlic powder – for a different garlicky aspect! It’s a staple in my pantry. - Heavy cream – it’s what makes the sauce luxuriously rich ![ingredients for creamy garlic chicken on a marble countertop](https://www.saltandlavender.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/ingredients-for-creamy-garlic-chicken-720x1056.jpg) ## Do I eat the garlic cloves? - You do! If you’ve never really cooked with whole garlic cloves before, don’t worry. Cooking them in the sauce mellows them right out. It’s nothing like biting into raw garlic. ![creamy garlic chicken on a plate with mashed potatoes and green beans](https://www.saltandlavender.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/creamy-garlic-chicken-recipe-5-720x1080.jpg) ## How to make creamy garlic chicken This is an overview with step-by-step photos. Full ingredients & instructions are in the recipe card below. ![pan frying chicken in a cast iron skillet and then frying garlic cloves](https://www.saltandlavender.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/how-to-make-creamy-garlic-chicken-1-720x470.jpg) Cut the chicken breasts into four cutlets, season with salt & pepper, and coat with flour. Pan fry until golden, and then take them out of the skillet. Lightly brown the garlic cloves in the same pan. ![making sauce for creamy garlic chicken in a cast iron skillet](https://www.saltandlavender.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/how-to-make-creamy-garlic-chicken-2-720x470.jpg) Add the broth, lemon juice, and garlic powder to the skillet. Let it up bubble for a few minutes until the liquid has reduced somewhat. Pour in the cream, and return the chicken to the pan to cook until it reaches 165F inside and the sauce thickens. Garnish with parsley if desired. ## Substitutions and variations - Sub the cream at your own discretion. If you use something like milk or half-and-half, the sauce may curdle due to the high heat and end up thinner. I recommend reading through the reader comments. There’s tons of tips from readers who have tweaked this recipe to their liking. - I use boneless/skinless chicken breasts for this recipe. You can substitute for chicken thighs, but keep in mind those may take a bit longer to cook. - For an elegant touch, swap the chicken broth for a dry white wine like pinot grigio or sauvignon blanc. - Readers have tried minced garlic in a jar, but the results won’t be the same and our kitchen has not tested that. You’re welcome to experiment. ![close-up of creamy chicken skillet with garlic cream sauce](https://www.saltandlavender.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/creamy-garlic-chicken-recipe-1-720x1080.jpg) ## What to serve with creamy garlic chicken - Try [Mashed Potatoes](https://www.saltandlavender.com/cream-cheese-mashed-potatoes/), a classic [Easy Baked Potato](https://www.saltandlavender.com/baked-potato/), [Stick of Butter Rice](https://www.saltandlavender.com/stick-of-butter-rice/) or [Simple Risotto](https://www.saltandlavender.com/risotto/), pasta, or scoop up those tasty garlic cloves with fresh crusty bread. - For veggie sides, I suggest sweet corn, [Maple Roasted Beets and Carrots](https://www.saltandlavender.com/maple-roasted-beets-and-carrots/), or my very delicious [Easy Roasted Cauliflower](https://www.saltandlavender.com/roasted-cauliflower/) recipe. My [Sautéed Green Beans](https://www.saltandlavender.com/sauteed-green-beans/) would also go great. - If you’re pairing it with a salad, I love this [Super Simple Parmesan Arugula Salad](https://www.saltandlavender.com/arugula-salad/) or going all out with my popular [10-Minute Caesar Dressing](https://www.saltandlavender.com/easy-caesar-salad-dressing-10-minutes-no-blender/). ## Leftovers and storage - Store any leftovers of this creamy chicken in the fridge in a covered container for 3-4 days. - Reheat in a saucepan slowly and over a low heat until warmed through. - I don’t recommend freezing this one. The chicken will dry out, and creamy sauces don’t hold up well in the freezer. ![creamy garlic chicken in a cast iron skillet with whole garlic cloves and plenty of garlic cream sauce](https://www.saltandlavender.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/creamy-garlic-chicken-recipe-4-720x1080.jpg) If you made this creamy garlic chicken recipe, leave a star rating and comment below! You can find me on [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/saltandlavender/) and showcase your creations. - ▢ 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts - ▢ Salt & pepper to taste - ▢ Flour for dredging - ▢ 1 tablespoon olive oil - ▢ 2 tablespoons butter divided - ▢ 1 whole head garlic cloves peeled - ▢ 1/2 cup chicken broth or stock - ▢ 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice - ▢ 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder - ▢ 1 cup heavy/whipping cream - ▢ Parsley chopped (optional) - Cut the chicken in half lengthwise so you have 4 smaller cutlets. Generously season them with salt & pepper and coat them in the flour. - Add the olive oil and 1 tbsp of the butter to a skillet over medium-high heat. Once the pan is hot, sauté the chicken for 4-5 minutes/side or until it’s nice and golden. Take the chicken out of the pan and set it aside. - Reduce the heat to medium (or even med-low if using cast iron), and add the rest of the butter to the pan. Let it melt and then add the garlic cloves. Cook them for 3-4 minutes, stirring often, until they’re lightly browned on the outside. - Add the chicken broth, lemon juice, and garlic powder to the pan. Let it bubble for around 4 minutes or until the liquid is noticeably reduced. - Stir in the cream and add the chicken back into the pan. Let it cook for another 5 minutes or so, until the sauce is reduced and the chicken is cooked through. Serve with freshly chopped parsley if you wish. - I recommend using fairly large boneless/skinless chicken breasts for this recipe since we’re cutting them in half lengthwise. If you have smaller ones, use 4 of them and leave them intact. - If your garlic cloves are particularly gigantic like some of mine were, feel free to cut them in half so they’re all roughly the same size. - This recipe also can be found in the Salt & Lavender: Everyday Essentials [cookbook](https://www.saltandlavender.com/cookbook/). Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation. © Salt & Lavender Inc. Content and photographs are copyrighted. Sharing this blog post is much appreciated, but copying and pasting full recipes without authorization to social media is strictly prohibited. *** ![](https://www.saltandlavender.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/image-block-about-square.jpg) Hi! I’m Natasha. Salt & Lavender is a recipe blog with a focus on delicious comfort food using everyday ingredients. Beat the weekday grind with hundreds of easy-to-follow and hassle-free recipes\!
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