Creamy Garlic Chicken with Leek and Parmesan
Creamy garlic chicken with leek and parmesan is the perfect recipe when you’re craving a comforting and flavorful dinner that's easy to make. Tender chicken breasts are simmered in a rich, garlicky cream sauce, complemented by the delicate sweetness of sautéed leeks and the savory depth of Parmesan cheese.
Equipment
- Cast Iron Skillet
- Cooking tongs
- Garlic press
Ingredients
- 4 large chicken breasts 800g / 28oz
- 8 cloves garlic minced
- 1 medium onion diced fine
- 1 leek sliced fine
- 1 cup Chicken Stock 250ml/ 8 fl oz.
- 1 cup heavy cream Double cream
- 2 Tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil We used an Italian variety
- 1 Oz. Butter 30g
- 1 tsp Dried Oregano
- 1 tsp Garlic Powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp Sweet Paprika
- 3 Tbsp freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
Step 1 - Brown chicken breasts
- Season chicken breasts with some salt and pepper on both sides.4 large chicken breasts, Salt and pepper
- Add a splash of oil to a large skillet on medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, add the chicken breasts and cook on all sides until brown (around 4 minutes per side). Once chicken breasts are browned, set aside for use later.2 Tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- Note: If chicken breasts are thicker than 1 inch (2.5cm) allow extra cooking time.
Step 2 - Prepare veggies
- In the same pan, add the butter and move it around the pan until it has melted.1 Oz. Butter
- Add the leek and onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until they become transparent.1 medium onion, 1 leek
- Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute or until fragrant.8 cloves garlic
Step 3 - Add stock, spices, and cream
- Add the chicken stock and mix through. Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.1 cup Chicken Stock
- Add the oregano, paprika, garlic powder, and season to taste with salt and pepper.1 tsp Dried Oregano, 1 tsp Sweet Paprika, 1 tsp Garlic Powder
- Add the cream and stir through, then add the parmesan.1 cup heavy cream, 3 Tbsp freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Step 4 - Add chicken and simmer
- Add chicken pieces back into the pan and cover with sauce. Cook chicken in the sauce for 3 minutes to gently reheat the chicken.
- serve immediately while hot.
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Notes
Cooking tips:
- Generously season your chicken breasts with salt and pepper before cooking them. This will help draw out the flavor and result in juicier, more tasty chicken.
- Aim to use chicken breast no thicker than 1.5 inches (4cm) thick. Any thicker and you’ll need to butterfly the breasts to ensure they cook evenly.