The Art of Perfect Chicken Breasts in Creamy Garlic Butter Sauce Excellence

Perfect Chicken Preparation and Searing

Master the technique of preparing and searing chicken for optimal flavor and texture.

Garlic Butter Foundation Excellence

Learn the skill of building aromatic base without burning delicate garlic.

Creamy Sauce Development Mastery

Perfect the method of creating smooth, lump-free cream sauce with proper consistency.

Braising and Finishing Technique

Master the art of gently cooking chicken in sauce for maximum flavor absorption.

Final Seasoning and Presentation Strategy

Learn optimal techniques for balancing flavors and elegant plating.

Creamy Sauce Mastery Secrets for Perfect Chicken and Silky Garlic Butter Balance

Even Thickness: Pound chicken to uniform thickness for even cooking throughout.

Proper Searing: Don't move chicken while searing to develop golden crust.

Temperature Control: Use meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F.

Sauce Consistency: Adjust thickness with cornstarch slurry or additional cream.

Fresh Herbs: Add at the end to maintain bright color and flavor.

Wine Substitute: Use additional chicken broth if wine is not available.

Tender Chicken Breasts in Rich Creamy Garlic Butter Sauce with Fresh Herbs

Name: Tender Chicken Breasts in Rich Creamy Garlic Butter Sauce with Fresh Herbs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: For the Perfect Chicken Breasts:; 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts; 2 teaspoons salt; 1 teaspoon black pepper; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/2 teaspoon paprika; For the Searing Foundation:; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; For the Creamy Garlic Sauce:; 4 tablespoons unsalted butter; 6 cloves garlic, minced; 1 cup heavy cream; 1/2 cup chicken broth; For the Flavor Enhancement:; 1/2 cup dry white wine; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard; 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme; For the Fresh Herbs:; 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped; 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped; 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves; For the Cheese Addition:; 1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese; For the Sauce Thickening:; 1 tablespoon cornstarch; 2 tablespoons cold water; For Special Equipment:; Large skillet with lid

The ultimate chicken breasts in creamy garlic butter sauce featuring perfectly seared golden chicken nestled in a luxuriously rich and velvety garlic butter cream sauce with fresh herbs that creates restaurant-quality comfort food at home. This elegant yet comforting masterpiece transforms simple chicken breasts into a sophisticated dinner with silky smooth sauce that coats every bite, delivering the perfect balance of savory chicken, aromatic garlic, rich butter, and cream that will have your family asking for this impressive dish again and again, making it ideal for both weeknight dinners and special occasions.

Prep Time

15 Minutes

Cook Time

25 Minutes

Total Time

40 Minutes

Chef

JUE

Ingredients

Custard Cream

For the Perfect Chicken Breasts:

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts

2 teaspoons salt

1 teaspoon black pepper

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1/2 teaspoon paprika

For the Searing Foundation:

2 tablespoons olive oil

2 tablespoons unsalted butter

For the Creamy Garlic Sauce:

4 tablespoons unsalted butter

6 cloves garlic, minced

1 cup heavy cream

1/2 cup chicken broth

For the Flavor Enhancement:

1/2 cup dry white wine

2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

For the Fresh Herbs:

2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped

1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves

For the Cheese Addition:

1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

For the Sauce Thickening:

1 tablespoon cornstarch

2 tablespoons cold water

For Special Equipment:

Large skillet with lid

Meat thermometer

Tongs

Instructions

Pound chicken breasts to even 3/4-inch thickness for uniform cooking.

Season both sides generously with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.

Let seasoned chicken rest at room temperature for 15 minutes.

Heat olive oil and butter in large skillet over medium-high heat.

Sear chicken breasts for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown.

Remove chicken to plate and cover with foil to keep warm.

Add butter to same skillet and melt over medium heat.

Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Pour in white wine and scrape up any browned bits from pan.

Add chicken broth and bring mixture to gentle simmer.

Slowly pour in heavy cream while stirring constantly.

Add Dijon mustard, thyme, and lemon juice to sauce.

Simmer sauce for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.

Mix cornstarch with cold water to create slurry if needed.

Return chicken to skillet and nestle into the creamy sauce.

Cover and simmer for 8-10 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F.

Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and sauce is smooth.

Remove from heat and stir in fresh herbs.

Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.

Serve immediately with sauce spooned generously over chicken.

Tender Chicken Breasts in Rich Creamy Garlic Butter Sauce with Fresh Herbs

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The Art of Perfect Chicken Breasts in Creamy Garlic Butter Sauce Excellence

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