Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken
Golden-seared chicken bathed in a rich, garlicky Parmesan cream sauce—comfort food at its finest!
If you’re craving a decadent yet easy chicken dinner, this Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken is here to steal the spotlight. With tender pan-seared chicken breasts, a luscious garlic butter sauce, a touch of heat, and wilted spinach for balance, this dish checks every box for a weeknight hero or an elegant dinner-in.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp butter
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional but adds a nice kick)
- 2 cups fresh spinach leaves
Instructions
1️⃣ Sear the Chicken
Pat chicken dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken and sear for 5–7 minutes per side, until golden and cooked through.
Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.
2️⃣ Make the Creamy Garlic Butter Sauce
Reduce heat to medium. Melt butter in the same skillet.
Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Stir in chicken broth, heavy cream, Parmesan, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes.
Simmer the sauce for 3–4 minutes until slightly thickened.
3️⃣ Add Spinach & Finish
Toss in the spinach and cook until wilted, about 2–3 minutes.
Return the chicken to the pan and spoon sauce over the top. Let it simmer gently for 5 more minutes, until the sauce thickens and the chicken is juicy and coated in creamy garlic bliss.
Recipe Notes
- Want it extra cheesy? Add another ¼ cup Parmesan for a thicker, bolder sauce.
- Need a lighter option? Swap heavy cream with half-and-half and reduce butter slightly.
- Serving suggestion: This dish pairs beautifully with mashed potatoes, buttered pasta, or crusty bread to soak up all that sauce!
Recipe Details
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Calories: 465 kcal per serving
- Servings: 4
Why You’ll Love It
- One-pan magic—easy cleanup, bold flavor!
- Velvety garlic-Parmesan sauce with a hint of spice and herbiness
- Hearty and comforting, yet dinner-party worthy
- Spinach adds a fresh pop to balance the richness
From cozy weeknights to weekend splurges, this Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken delivers serious flavor in just 30 minutes. Spoon over pasta, mop with crusty bread, or serve with a simple side salad—it’s pure, garlicky bliss.
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