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Creamy Chicken in White Sauce Recipe

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This Creamy Chicken in White Sauce recipe features tender chicken cutlets cooked in a luscious, flavorful white sauce made with butter, chicken broth, herbs, and heavy cream. It’s an easy skillet dish that delivers satisfying comfort food with a rich and creamy texture, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 2 large chicken breasts
  • Salt & pepper, to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Flour, for dredging

Sauce

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons butter, divided
  • 1/3 cup chicken broth
  • 1 pinch Herbs de Provence or Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 cup heavy/whipping cream
  • Chopped fresh parsley, for serving (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the chicken: Slice each chicken breast in half lengthwise to form 4 thinner cutlets. Season them evenly with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Dredge each piece in flour, coating them thoroughly to prepare for searing.
  2. Sear the chicken: Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, place the chicken cutlets in the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside; it will finish cooking in the sauce.
  3. Deglaze the pan: Pour the chicken broth into the skillet and let it bubble for about a minute. Stir gently to scrape up any flavorful browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
  4. Add herbs and butter: Stir in the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and sprinkle in the Herbs de Provence. Continue simmering the mixture for 2 minutes to develop the sauce base.
  5. Finish the sauce and cook chicken: Pour in the heavy cream and return the chicken cutlets to the skillet. Reduce heat to medium and cook for an additional 5 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened slightly. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving if desired.

Notes

  • For best results, do not overcrowd the pan when searing chicken; cook in batches if necessary.
  • If desired, substitute Herbs de Provence with Italian seasoning or fresh herbs like thyme and rosemary.
  • This dish pairs well with rice, pasta, or steamed vegetables to soak up the creamy sauce.
  • Use heavy cream for a rich and velvety sauce; half-and-half will result in a thinner consistency.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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