The ABSOLUTE PERFECT Creamy Garlic Chicken in Just 30 Minutes!

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Chicken Breasts (skinless, boneless, about 6‑8 oz each)
• 1 tsp Salt (plus extra for seasoning sauce)
• 1/2 tsp Black Pepper (freshly ground)
• 1/2 cup All‑Purpose Flour (for light coating)
• 2 Tbsp Olive Oil (extra‑virgin preferred)
• 2 Tbsp Unsalted Butter (cut into cubes)
• 3 cloves Garlic (finely chopped)
• 1 cup Chicken Stock (low‑sodium)
• 1 cup Heavy Cream (full‑fat for richness)
• 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese (freshly grated)
• 1/2 tsp Dried Thyme (crushed)
• 1/4 tsp Red Pepper Flakes (adjust to heat preference)
• 1/3 cup Sun‑Dried Tomatoes (chopped, oil‑packed preferred)
• 1/4 cup Fresh Basil (handful, roughly chopped)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Chicken

   Lightly score the top of each chicken breast in a checkerboard pattern, season both sides with salt and black pepper, then lightly coat each breast in flour on both sides.

   Time: PT5M

2. Sear the Chicken

   Heat 2 Tbsp olive oil and 2 Tbsp butter in a large frying pan over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook 4‑5 minutes per side until golden brown and caramelized.

   Time: PT12M

   Temperature: medium

3. Sauté Garlic

   Remove the chicken to a plate. In the same pan, add the finely chopped garlic and sauté 1 minute until fragrant.

   Time: PT2M

   Temperature: medium

4. Build the Creamy Sauce

   Pour in 1 cup chicken stock, then stir in 1 cup heavy cream, 1/2 cup grated Parmesan, 1/2 tsp dried thyme, and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes. Season with additional salt and pepper to taste and stir until the cheese melts and the sauce is smooth.

   Time: PT4M

   Temperature: medium

5. Finish the Dish

   Stir in 1/3 cup chopped sun‑dried tomatoes, return the chicken breasts to the pan, pour some sauce over them, cover, and simmer 5 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: low

6. Garnish and Serve

   Finely chop a handful of fresh basil and sprinkle over the chicken. Serve hot with mashed potatoes, pasta, or rice.

   Time: PT2M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

550

Protein

35 g

Carbohydrates

10 g

Fat

35 g

Fiber

2 g