One-Pan Garlic Butter Chicken – Easy & Delicious Recipe

Give it up my sweet friend! You cannot resist the temptation of this One-Pan Garlic Butter Chicken – Easy & Delicious.

Come to Mama! This is the kind of meal that wraps you in a warm hug after a long day.

I am utterly obsessed with how the creamy, garlicky sauce coats every single bite. It’s pure comfort in a pan. If you’re looking for more cozy breakfast options, you should definitely try our blueberry baked oatmeal.

Recipe Overview

Let me give you the quick lowdown on this beauty. It’s the perfect weeknight lifesaver.

• Cuisine: American
• Category: Main Course
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 25 minutes
• Total Time: 35 minutes
• Servings: 4

Do You Love This Recipe Too?

I first made this on a rainy Tuesday when I needed a major pick-me-up.

The moment that garlic butter aroma hit me, I knew it was true love. Now it’s my go-to for impressing guests with zero stress.

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PREPARATION

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Recipe

One-Pan Garlic Butter Chicken – Easy & Delicious Recipe

Make One-Pan Garlic Butter Chicken – Easy & Delicious Recipe with simple ingredients and clear steps. Prep, cook, and enjoy—perfect for cozy evenings.

Author: Emily Morgan

Prep: 10 min | Cook: 25 min | Total: 35 min

Serves: - 4 + bites

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PREPARATION

1

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

2

1 cup all-purpose flour

3

1 tsp paprika

4

1 tsp garlic powder

5

1/2 cup unsalted butter

6

6 cloves garlic, minced

7

1 cup chicken broth

8

4 oz cream cheese, softened

9

1/2 cup heavy cream

10

1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

11

Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

12

Salt and black pepper to taste

Bringing This Recipe to Life (Step-by-Step)

1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

2

In a shallow dish, mix the flour, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

3

Dredge each chicken breast in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.

4

Melt the butter in a large, oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.

5

Sear the chicken for 3-4 minutes per side, until you get a beautiful golden-brown crust.

6

Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside on a plate.

7

In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.

8

Pour in the chicken broth, scraping up all those delicious browned bits from the bottom of the pan.

9

Whisk in the softened cream cheese and heavy cream until the sauce is smooth and creamy.

10

Stir in the Parmesan cheese until it’s fully melted into the sauce.

11

Return the seared chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning some of the sauce over the top.

12

Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.

13

Garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving. It’s absolutely worth the wait.

Notes

Enjoy your homemade One-Pan Garlic Butter Chicken – Easy & Delicious Recipe!

Nutrition Information

Calories: 485

Carbohydrates: 12g

Protein: 35g

Fat: 32g

Saturated Fat: 19g

Cholesterol: 175mg

Sodium: 520mg

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• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter
• 6 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 4 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
• Salt and black pepper to taste

Bringing This Recipe to Life (Step-by-Step)

Ready to create some magic? Follow these steps and you’ll have a masterpiece.

Trust me, it’s easier than you think.

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a shallow dish, mix the flour, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
3. Dredge each chicken breast in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
4. Melt the butter in a large, oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
5. Sear the chicken for 3-4 minutes per side, until you get a beautiful golden-brown crust.
6. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside on a plate.
7. In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
8. Pour in the chicken broth, scraping up all those delicious browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
9. Whisk in the softened cream cheese and heavy cream until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
10. Stir in the Parmesan cheese until it’s fully melted into the sauce.
11. Return the seared chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning some of the sauce over the top.
12. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
13. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving. It’s absolutely worth the wait.

Fun Variations to Try Next Time

Feel like mixing it up? Here are a couple of my favorite twists.

Adding some spinach right at the end wilts perfectly into the sauce.

You could also throw in some sun-dried tomatoes for a sweet, tangy kick.

For a bit of heat, a pinch of red pepper flakes works wonders.

How to Store, Freeze, and Reheat

Got leftovers? No problem! This dish keeps beautifully.

Let the chicken and sauce cool completely before transferring to an airtight container.

It will stay fresh in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave.

You can also freeze it for up to 2 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before reheating.

NUTRITION INFORMATION

• Calories: 485
• Carbohydrates: 12g
• Protein: 35g
• Fat: 32g
• Saturated Fat: 19g
• Cholesterol: 175mg
• Sodium: 520mg

If you’re craving something sweet after this savory meal, our oatmeal carrot cake is the perfect dessert to complete your dining experience.

A Quick Q&A on This Recipe

I get asked about this dish all the time. Here are the answers to your burning questions!

Can I use chicken thighs instead of breasts?

Absolutely! Thighs are incredibly juicy and work wonderfully here. Just adjust the cooking time as needed since they might take a bit longer.

My sauce is too thin. How can I thicken it?

No worries! Let it simmer on the stovetop for a few extra minutes. You can also mix a teaspoon of cornstarch with a tablespoon of cold water and whisk it in.

What should I serve with this chicken?

It’s fantastic over pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes. A simple side salad or some roasted veggies also complete the meal perfectly.

I truly hope this recipe brings as much joy to your table as it does to mine. The combination of tender chicken and that luxurious sauce is just unbeatable.

I can’t wait to hear how yours turns out! Please leave a comment and a rating below to let me know what you think!