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Creamy Herb Chicken

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This creamy herb chicken is a rich and flavorful one pan dinner with tender chicken in a silky garlic herb cream sauce. It’s quick, easy, and perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner.
Creamy herb chicken in a skillet with golden seared chicken breasts coated in a rich garlic herb cream sauce and finished with fresh parsley
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients 

For Chicken

  • 2 chicken breasts sliced horizontally
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour for dredging
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

For Sauce

  • 4 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp dried rosemary optional
  • 3/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 2 oz (40-60g) parmesan optional
  • Fresh parsley for serving

Instructions

  • Slice chicken breasts into thinner cutlets if needed.
  • Mix salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. Season the chicken on both sides.
  • Lightly coat the chicken in flour and shake off the excess.
  • Heat butter and olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  • Cook chicken for 3–4 minutes per side until golden. Transfer to a plate.
  • Lower the heat and add garlic, thyme, oregano, and rosemary. Cook 30–40 seconds.
  • Pour in chicken broth and scrape the pan to release browned bits.
  • Add heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
  • Let the sauce thicken slightly, then stir in parmesan until smooth.
  • Return chicken to the skillet and simmer for 5–7 minutes.
  • Spoon sauce over the chicken and finish with fresh parsley.