Description

A simple one-pan creamy garlic chicken and kale skillet perfect for a cozy dinner for two with rich flavor and minimal prep.

Ingredients

Scale

2 boneless skinless chicken breasts

4 garlic cloves minced

3/4 cup heavy cream

2 cups chopped kale

2 tbsp olive oil

1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

1/2 cup chicken broth

salt and pepper to taste

1 tsp lemon juice optional

Instructions

1. Pat chicken breasts dry and season with salt and pepper.

2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sear chicken until golden, about 5 minutes per side, then remove and set aside.

3. Add garlic to the skillet and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.

4. Pour in chicken broth to deglaze the pan, scraping up browned bits.

5. Stir in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.

6. Add parmesan cheese and stir until the sauce is smooth and slightly thickened.

7. Fold in chopped kale and cook until wilted.

8. Return chicken to the skillet, spoon sauce over the top, cover, and simmer until cooked through, about 5–7 minutes.

9. Finish with lemon juice if desired and serve directly from the skillet.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: main course
Method: skillet
Cuisine: american

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 450
Sugar: 2
Sodium: 550
Fat: 28
Saturated Fat: 15
Unsaturated Fat: 10
Trans Fat: 0
Carbohydrates: 6
Fiber: 2
Protein: 35
Cholesterol: 120

Keywords: creamy garlic chicken, garlic sauce chicken, dinner for two, easy dinner, healthy dinner, one pan meal, kale chicken, weeknight dinner, creamy chicken