Creamy Garlic & Paprika Chicken
A rich and flavorful dish featuring tender chicken breasts in a creamy garlic and paprika sauce, perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 pieces chicken breasts Boneless, skinless
- 2 tablespoons olive oil For frying
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
For Serving
- Cooked rice or pasta For serving suggestions
Instructions
Preparation
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper and add to the skillet. Cook until browned on both sides and cooked through.
- Remove chicken and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and paprika, cooking for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream, stirring to combine and bring to a simmer.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, coating it in the sauce.
- Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until everything is heated through.
- Serve over rice or pasta.
Notes
Don’t overcook the chicken to prevent dryness. Avoid burning the garlic. Adjust the cream thickness by adding broth or reducing it on heat. Variations include adding mushrooms for earthiness or spices for kick.