Delicious Creamy Chicken Recipe - French Cuisine
Creamy Chicken — a french recipe (main course) with 8 ingredients. Source: edamam.com.
45
Total Time (min)
10
servings
269
Calories/serving
Medium
Difficulty
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast (boneless, skinless)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup chicken broth (low sodium recommended)
- 1 tsp fresh thyme (or 1/2 tsp dried)
- 1 tsp salt (to taste)
- 1 tsp black pepper (to taste)
Instructions
5 steps
Prepare the Chicken
Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
Let the chicken sit for 10 minutes to absorb the flavors.Sear the Chicken
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chicken and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes per side.
Avoid overcrowding the pan for even cooking.Add Garlic
Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Do not burn the garlic for best flavor.Pour in Broth
Add chicken broth to the skillet and bring to a simmer.
Scrape the bottom of the pan for extra flavor.Finish with Cream
Stir in heavy cream and thyme, cooking until the sauce thickens, about 5 minutes.
Adjust seasoning according to taste.
💡 Tips & Tricks
Storage & Reheating
Refrigerator
Up to 3 days in an airtight container
Freezer
Up to 2 months — thaw overnight in fridge
Reheat in a skillet or microwave until heated through.
What to Serve With
Complete your french meal with these perfect pairings:
About This Dish
Delicious Creamy Chicken Recipe - French Cuisine is a beloved dish from French cuisine. With a total preparation time of about 45 minutes, it makes for a satisfying weeknight dinner.
French cuisine is considered one of the world's finest culinary traditions. Known for its refinement and attention to detail, it has influenced cooking around the globe for centuries.
This recipe is rated medium difficulty and uses 8 ingredients. Intermediate cooks will enjoy the balanced challenge.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, you can substitute chicken with turkey or pork.
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Nutrition Facts
10 serving(s) per recipe
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are approximate and may vary based on ingredients used.
