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Creamy Garlic Chicken & Vegetables

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Creamy garlic chicken & vegetables is a hearty one-skillet meal featuring juicy chicken, crisp-tender vegetables, and a rich garlic-Parmesan cream sauce. It’s a comforting, flavorful dinner that comes together easily and feels like a cozy, complete meal.

  • Author: Julia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Halal

Ingredients

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 carrots, sliced
  • 1 1/2 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning or thyme (optional)
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Season chicken with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sear chicken 5–6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add more oil if needed. Sauté onion and garlic for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Add carrots and cook 2–3 minutes, then add bell pepper and broccoli. Cook another 3–4 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender.
  5. Pour in chicken broth, scraping up browned bits from the pan.
  6. Add heavy cream and Parmesan. Stir until sauce is smooth. Add Italian seasoning if using.
  7. Return chicken to the pan and simmer 3–5 minutes until heated through and sauce thickens.
  8. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.

Notes

  • Swap in vegetables like zucchini, spinach, or mushrooms based on what you have.
  • Use half-and-half for a lighter sauce, or coconut milk for a dairy-free version.
  • Serve over pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes to soak up the sauce.
  • Reheat gently with added broth or cream to loosen the sauce.

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