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Creamy Garlic Chicken Recipe

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  • Author: Jaden
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Creamy Garlic Chicken recipe features juicy, boneless chicken thighs seasoned with a flavorful blend of spices, seared to golden perfection, and served smothered in a rich garlic cream sauce infused with parmesan and fresh cilantro. Perfect for a comforting and elegant dinner, this dish combines simple ingredients with classic techniques to create a deliciously creamy and aromatic meal.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Seasoning

  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin

Garlic Cream Sauce

  • 1 tablespoon neutral oil (for frying chicken)
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 1 cup half &; half (can substitute with milk or chicken broth, but sauce will be thinner)
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/4 cup shredded parmesan cheese
  • 12-20 sprigs cilantro, finely minced

Instructions

  1. Season Chicken: Pat the chicken thighs dry thoroughly with a paper towel to ensure a good sear. Mix salt, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and cumin in a bowl, then evenly season both sides of the chicken thighs with this spice blend.
  2. Cook Chicken: Heat a pan or pot over medium-high heat until hot with faint smoke, then add 1 tablespoon of neutral oil. Place the seasoned chicken thighs in the pan and cook for 4-5 minutes on one side until golden brown. Flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes until the chicken is browned on both sides. Remove chicken from the pan and set aside. Reduce heat to low.
  3. Make Creamy Garlic Sauce: Add 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter to the pan along with the minced garlic. Sauté the garlic for about one minute until fragrant. Pour in 1 cup of half & half, stirring occasionally. Add shredded parmesan cheese to the cream mixture, stirring gently and continuously on low heat to prevent curdling, until the sauce thickens and the cheese melts.
  4. Combine and Garnish: Return the browned chicken thighs along with their juices to the pan with the cream sauce. Cook together on low heat for 1 minute to meld flavors. Finish by garnishing with freshly chopped cilantro before serving.

Notes

  • You can substitute half & half with 1 cup milk or chicken broth, but the sauce will be less thick and creamy.
  • Always dry chicken before cooking to achieve a nice sear and prevent steaming.
  • Don’t discard the flavorful brown bits left in the pan after browning chicken; scrape them into the sauce for added depth.
  • Keep the heat low when cooking the cream sauce to avoid curdling the cheese and dairy.
  • Use fresh herbs such as cilantro or basil to brighten the dish.
  • Use freshly grated parmesan or Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese for best flavor in the sauce.
  • Enhance the dish by adding vegetables like spinach or mushrooms for a more complete one-pot meal.

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