Creamy Garlic Herb Chicken Recipe for Easy Weeknight Dinners
Sometimes the best meals start with a craving you just can't shake. For me, it was garlic. I needed something creamy, something cozy, and something that would fill my kitchen with those warm, herbaceous smells that make you pause mid-scroll on your phone and go, ‘What is that amazing smell?!’ That’s how this creamy garlic herb chicken recipe came to life.
It’s the kind of dish that feels like it took all day, but comes together quickly—just enough time to sneak a few bites of cheese from the fridge and realize you're out of clean spatulas. The sauce? Oh, it's dreamy. Creamy, garlicky, and kissed with herbs. And the chicken stays juicy, not dry. Which, let’s be real, is always the gamble with boneless chicken breasts.
This meal is perfect if you want something that tastes fancy but doesn’t require an apron and a three-hour playlist. It’s weeknight magic. Plus, it reheats well. Leftovers for lunch tomorrow? Yes, please.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon butter
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then add them to the skillet.
- Cook for 5–6 minutes on each side or until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the butter and minced garlic. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth and let it reduce slightly, about 2–3 minutes.
- Stir in the cream, thyme, and parsley. Let the sauce simmer for 5–6 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Return the chicken to the skillet and spoon sauce over each piece.
- Simmer together for another 2–3 minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley if using and serve warm.