Description
This Creamy Garlic Chicken & Vegetables recipe is a delicious one-pan meal that combines tender chicken breasts with a creamy garlic sauce and a medley of fresh vegetables. Perfect for a comforting and satisfying dinner.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For the Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)
For the Vegetables:
- 1 cup baby carrots, halved lengthwise
- 1 cup green beans, trimmed
- 1 cup broccoli florets
Instructions
- Cook the Chicken: Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Sear in olive oil until golden brown and cooked through. Set aside.
- Make the Sauce: In the same skillet, melt butter, sauté garlic, add chicken broth, heavy cream, Italian seasoning. Simmer until creamy.
- Cook the Vegetables: Add carrots, green beans, and broccoli to the skillet. Cook until tender. Stir in Parmesan cheese.
- Finish and Serve: Return chicken to the skillet. Simmer to heat through. Garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
- You can use half-and-half for a lighter version.
- Frozen vegetables can be substituted, adjust cook time accordingly.
- Serve over mashed potatoes, rice, or pasta.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with vegetables
- Calories: 485
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 140mg
