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Creamy Garlic Chicken Recipe for Easy Weeknight Dinners
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Creamy Garlic Chicken with Turkey Bacon

This restaurant-quality creamy garlic chicken is a savory, sophisticated dish perfect for busy weeknights. Tender chicken breasts are seared to perfection and coated in a velvety sauce infused with aromatic garlic, herbs, and crispy turkey bacon. It offers a satisfying balance of high-quality protein and rich, creamy flavor that transforms simple pantry staples into a true culinary masterpiece for your entire family to enjoy.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: DINNER
Cuisine: Modern American
Calories: 480
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 6 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 0.5 cup chicken broth
  • 4 strips turkey bacon, finely diced
  • 0.5 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Season chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Sear chicken for 6 minutes per side until golden brown, then remove and tent with foil.
  4. Add turkey bacon to the skillet and cook until crispy.
  5. Stir in minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  6. Pour in chicken broth and scrape the bottom of the pan to release browned bits.
  7. Stir in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
  8. Add parmesan cheese and whisk until the sauce is smooth and thickened.
  9. Return chicken to the skillet to coat with the sauce and serve warm.

Notes

Use room-temperature poultry for even cooking. Ensure the chicken is pounded to an even thickness for consistent results. Coconut cream can be used as a dairy-free substitute if needed.