Description
This creamy garlic chicken breast recipe features tender chicken breasts cooked in a rich, creamy garlic sauce with Jack cheese, garnished with green onions and paprika. It’s a simple yet flavorful dish perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions.
Ingredients
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup shredded Jack cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2–3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- ½ cup sour cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped green onions and paprika for topping
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute, or until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring it to a simmer. Let it reduce for 2-3 minutes.
- Stir in the sour cream and cook for another 2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Return the chicken breasts to the skillet and spoon some sauce over them. Sprinkle the shredded Jack cheese on top.
- Cover the skillet and cook for another 3-5 minutes, or until the cheese has melted and the chicken is heated through.
- Garnish with chopped green onions and a sprinkle of paprika before serving.
Notes
- Feel free to swap the Jack cheese with mozzarella, cheddar, or Parmesan for a different flavor.
- For added flavor, you can incorporate vegetables like spinach, mushrooms, or bell peppers into the sauce.
- For a low-carb version, serve over sautéed spinach, cauliflower rice, or zucchini noodles.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat with a little broth or milk if the sauce thickens too much.
- This dish pairs well with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, steamed broccoli, or a simple side salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
