Creamy Garlic Chicken Skillet

Servings: 4

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients

• 4 chicken breasts (or thighs), seasoned with salt & pepper

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 3 tbsp butter

• 6–8 garlic cloves, minced

• 1 tbsp fresh thyme or 1 tsp dried

• 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

• 1 cup chicken broth

• 1 cup heavy cream

• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• ½ tsp paprika

• Salt & pepper, to taste

• Optional: 1–2 tbsp lemon juice for brightness

Instructions

1. Sear the Chicken

Heat olive oil and 1 tbsp butter in a skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the seasoned chicken and cook 5–6 minutes per side, until golden and cooked through.
Remove chicken and set aside.

2. Make the Garlic Butter Base

Reduce heat to medium.
Add remaining butter, minced garlic, and thyme.
Sauté until fragrant—about 1 minute.

3. Build the Cream Sauce

Pour in chicken broth, scraping browned bits from the pan.
Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Simmer 3–4 minutes until slightly thickened.

4. Combine

Return chicken to the skillet and spoon the creamy garlic sauce on top.
Simmer 2–3 minutes until everything is coated and velvety.