Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Flatten each chicken breast to about 1/2-inch thickness using a meat mallet or rolling pin. Pat completely dry with paper towels. Mix the flour, salt, and pepper on a plate. Dredge each breast lightly in the seasoned flour and shake off any excess.
- Heat 3 tbsp of butter with the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the chicken and cook 4 to 5 minutes per side until deep golden and cooked through to 165 degrees F. Cook in batches if needed to avoid crowding the pan. Transfer to a plate and cover loosely with foil to keep warm.
- Reduce heat to medium. Add the remaining 3 tbsp of butter to the same skillet. Once melted, add the minced garlic and cook for 30 to 60 seconds until fragrant. Do not let it brown.
- Pour in the white wine and chicken stock. Use a wooden spoon to scrape up all the browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Let the liquid bubble and reduce for 2 to 3 minutes.
- Stir in the heavy cream and fresh parsley. Simmer gently for 2 to 4 minutes until the sauce thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon. Taste and adjust with salt and pepper.
- Return the chicken to the skillet and spoon the sauce generously over each breast. Let everything warm through for 1 to 2 minutes. Plate immediately and serve with lemon wedges on the side.
Notes
Always use fresh garlic for the best flavor. Pat chicken completely dry before dredging to ensure a proper golden sear. Shake off excess flour to prevent a gummy sauce. No wine available? Use extra chicken stock plus 1 tsp white wine vinegar. Chicken thighs work as a substitute and stay juicier. Store leftovers refrigerated up to 3 days with chicken and sauce stored separately. Reheat gently in a skillet with a splash of broth. Cream sauces do not freeze well.
