Creamy Garlic Chicken Broccoli Skillet in 30 Minutes (Print Version)

Creamy garlic chicken and broccoli skillet recipe ready in 30 minutes. One-pan comfort food with tender chicken in rich garlic cream sauce.

# Recipe Info:

Prep Time: 15 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 20 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 6 Servings
Difficulty: Intermediate
Cuisine: American
Dietary: Gluten-Free

# Ingredients:

→ Protein & Vegetables

01 - 2 lbs boneless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
02 - 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
03 - 1 medium onion, diced

→ Creamy Sauce Base

04 - 1 cup heavy cream
05 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
06 - 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth

→ Flavor Powerhouses

07 - 6 garlic cloves, minced
08 - 1 tsp Italian seasoning
09 - 1/2 tsp paprika

→ Finishing Touches

10 - 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
11 - 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
12 - Salt and pepper to taste
13 - 2 tbsp olive oil

# Instructions:

01 - Season chicken thighs generously with salt and pepper, then cut into bite-sized pieces. Heat olive oil in large skillet over medium-high heat until it sizzles when chicken is added.
02 - Cook chicken 5-6 minutes without moving, then flip and cook 3-4 minutes more until golden brown. Remove to plate and set aside.
03 - In same skillet, cook diced onion for 3 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn.
04 - Pour in chicken broth, scraping up browned bits. Add cream cheese chunks and whisk until mostly smooth. Slowly add heavy cream while whisking, then stir in Italian seasoning and paprika.
05 - Return chicken to skillet with any accumulated juices. Add broccoli florets and simmer 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until broccoli is tender-crisp and chicken is cooked through.
06 - Remove from heat and stir in half the Parmesan cheese until melted. Taste and adjust seasonings. Top with remaining cheese and fresh parsley before serving.

# Notes:

01 - Let cream cheese soften at room temperature while prepping other ingredients for easier mixing.
02 - Store leftovers up to 4 days in fridge—add splash of broth when reheating to loosen sauce.
03 - Frozen broccoli works great but add it frozen during last 5 minutes to prevent mushiness.
04 - Serve over egg noodles, rice, or mashed cauliflower to make it more filling.

# Equipment Needed:

01 - Large skillet
02 - whisk
03 - cutting board
04 - sharp knife

# Nutrition (Per Serving):

Calories: 485
Total Fat: 32g
Total Carbohydrate: 12g
Protein: 38g

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