Description
This Creamy Garlic Chicken recipe offers a comforting and elegant meal with minimal effort, perfect for any night. The dish features the sharp flavor of fresh garlic balanced by smooth cream, tender chicken thighs, and aromatic herbs, offering a delightful culinary experience.
Ingredients
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- 2 teaspoons Herbes de Provence
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 8 cloves chopped garlic
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 cup fresh spinach (optional)
- 8 oz sliced mushrooms (optional)
- 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes (optional)
- 1 cup asparagus pieces (optional)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine Herbes de Provence, olive oil, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, salt, pepper, and minced garlic.
- Add chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they’re well-coated. Marinate for at least 30 minutes or up to 8 hours in the refrigerator.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Remove chicken from marinade, allowing excess to drip off. Cook for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer to a plate and cover with foil.
- In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium. Add butter and chopped garlic, sauté for 1 minute.
- Add water to the pan, scraping up any browned bits. Stir in heavy cream and simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Return chicken to the skillet, spoon sauce over each piece. Add optional vegetables if desired and simmer until tender. Simmer for 2 more minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Notes
- Use chicken thighs for juicier results.
- Sauté garlic slowly to prevent bitterness.
- Scrape browned bits from the skillet for extra flavor.
- Marinate chicken up to 24 hours for quick preparation.
- If sauce is too thin, simmer longer; if too thick, add a splash of water or cream.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days, or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: N/A
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0.5
- Sodium: 380
- Fat: 23
- Saturated Fat: N/A
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Trans Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: 5
- Fiber: 0.5
- Protein: 25
- Cholesterol: N/A