Easy Creamy Garlic Chicken Skillet
Looking for a quick and delectable meal that brings the family together? This Easy Creamy Garlic Chicken Skillet is your perfect solution! With juicy chicken breasts enveloped in a rich, creamy sauce and accompanied by vibrant cherry tomatoes, this one-pan dish is both comforting and flavorful. It’s ready in just 30 minutes, making it ideal for busy weeknights or cozy weekend dinners. The garlic and Italian seasoning elevate the taste to something truly memorable, ensuring everyone at the table will be asking for seconds. So grab your skillet and get ready to whip up a family favorite that is as simple as it is delicious!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 Chicken Breasts (skin on, halved and pounded)
- 1 Tbsp Italian Seasoning Mix
- 2 Tbsp Butter or Ghee (divided)
- 1 Medium Onion (diced)
- 4–6 Garlic Cloves (pressed)
- 1 ½ Cup Half and Half
- 1 ½ Cup Cherry Tomatoes
- 1 Tbsp Fresh Chopped Parsley
- 1 Tbsp Gluten-free flour or Cornstarch
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- In a large non-stick skillet, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium-high heat. Sear chicken until golden brown on both sides (about 5 minutes). Set aside.
- In the same skillet, add remaining butter, diced onion, and pressed garlic. Sauté until fragrant (3-4 minutes).
- Pour in half and half; bring to a simmer. Whisk flour or cornstarch with water; add to thicken the sauce.
- Return chicken to the skillet with cherry tomatoes; simmer until cooked through (about 5-7 minutes).
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 760mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 39g
- Cholesterol: 125mg