Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken – Easy 30-Minute Dinner
This Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken is a restaurant-quality meal made in just 30 minutes! Tender, juicy chicken breasts are cooked in a rich, garlicky butter sauce that pairs perfectly with mashed potatoes or rice. A simple yet flavorful dish your whole family will love! 🍗✨
🍽️ Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken Recipe
🕒 Prep & Cook Time
- Prep time: 10 minutes
- Cook time: 20 minutes
- Total time: 30 minutes
- Servings: 4
🛒 Ingredients
✅ 2 large chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
✅ 1 tbsp olive oil
✅ 2 tbsp butter
✅ 4 cloves garlic, minced
✅ 1 cup heavy cream
✅ ½ cup chicken broth
✅ ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
✅ 1 tsp Italian seasoning
✅ ½ tsp paprika
✅ Salt & pepper to taste
✅ Fresh parsley, for garnish
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Slice the chicken breasts in half lengthwise to create thin cutlets. Season with salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning.
2️⃣ Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Cook the chicken for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
3️⃣ In the same pan, melt butter and sauté garlic for 1 minute until fragrant.
4️⃣ Add chicken broth, heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese. Stir until smooth and creamy.
5️⃣ Return the chicken to the pan and simmer for 5 minutes until the sauce thickens.
6️⃣ Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with mashed potatoes or rice.
💡 Tips & Variations
✔️ Want it spicier? Add red pepper flakes.
✔️ Prefer a lighter version? Use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
✔️ Serving idea? Pair with roasted veggies or pasta!