Creamy Garlic Chicken and Broccoli Skillet
Creamy Garlic Chicken and Broccoli Skillet is a quick, one-pan meal that combines tender chicken, vibrant broccoli, and a rich garlic-Parmesan cream sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, this dish is not only flavorful but also easy to prepare, making it a favorite among families. With minimal cleanup and customizable ingredients, it’s sure to please even the pickiest eaters. Serve it over rice or pasta for a comforting and satisfying dinner that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 4 to 5 cloves garlic (minced)
- 10.5 ounces condensed cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup water
- 2 to 3 cups chopped broccoli
- Optional: lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Season the chicken with salt, pepper, and paprika. Set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Add the chicken and cook for about 5 minutes per side until browned. Remove and cover to keep warm.
- In the same skillet, melt the remaining butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Whisk in cream of chicken soup and water; stir until smooth.
- Return the chicken along with broccoli to the skillet. Cover and simmer for about 10 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and broccoli is tender-crisp.
- Serve warm over rice or pasta; add lemon wedges if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 110mg