Description
This Creamy Garlic Chicken & Vegetables recipe features tender, juicy chicken breasts or thighs cooked in a rich and luscious garlic-infused cream sauce, combined with fresh, colorful vegetables. Ready in about 30 minutes, it offers a comforting and wholesome meal perfect for weeknights or impressing guests with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein
- 4 boneless chicken breasts or thighs
Aromatics & Flavorings
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme or Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Vegetables
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (carrots, broccoli, and bell peppers), chopped
Liquids & Fats
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
- 1 cup chicken broth (preferably gluten-free)
- 3/4 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
Dairy
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts or thighs with salt, pepper, and dried herbs. Heat olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per side. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- Sauté the Vegetables: In the same skillet, add a bit more oil if needed. Add minced garlic and cook gently until fragrant, about 1 minute, being careful not to brown it. Add chopped mixed vegetables and sauté for 4-5 minutes until just tender but still crisp.
- Make the Creamy Sauce: Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer, scraping the bottom of the skillet to lift any browned bits. Reduce heat to low and stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Cook until the sauce is smooth and slightly thickened.
- Combine Everything: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, nestling it among the vegetables. Spoon the creamy garlic sauce over the top and let everything warm together for 2-3 minutes to meld flavors.
- Serve and Enjoy: Remove from heat once heated through and sauce is thickened to your liking. Serve immediately, optionally garnished with fresh herbs and extra Parmesan.
Notes
- Don’t overcrowd the pan: cook chicken in batches if needed for even cooking and a good sear.
- Use fresh garlic for the best aromatic flavor.
- Adjust sauce thickness by simmering longer or adding a splash more broth or cream.
- Season gradually, tasting the sauce as you go for perfect balance.
- Let cooked chicken rest a few minutes before slicing to retain juices.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 130 mg