Garlic Chicken Sauce

Indulge in the creamy decadence of Garlic Chicken Sauce, a quick and easy recipe perfect for elevating your weeknight dinners. This sumptuous sauce combines the bold flavor of garlic sautéed in rich, unsalted butter with the silky smoothness of heavy cream and Parmesan cheese for a luxurious finish. Thickened with a simple roux and infused with fresh parsley, this velvety sauce pairs beautifully with grilled, baked, or pan-seared chicken. Ready in just 25 minutes, this versatile recipe is ideal for a cozy family meal or an impressive dinner party dish. Bursting with flavor and easy to make, Garlic Chicken Sauce is destined to be a new favorite in your recipe collection.

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 6 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes, stirring continuously, until fragrant but not browned.

Step 3

Whisk in the flour, creating a smooth paste (roux). Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.

Step 4

Gradually pour in the chicken broth while whisking, ensuring the mixture stays smooth and lump-free.

Step 5

Add the heavy cream and continue whisking until the mixture is fully combined and begins to thicken, about 3-5 minutes.

Step 6

Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce is smooth.

Step 7

Season the sauce with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 8

Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the chopped parsley for a fresh flavor boost.

Step 9

Serve warm over grilled, baked, or pan-seared chicken. Garnish with additional parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	886.2 grams (886.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1545

Total Fat 140.20g	180%
Saturated Fat 85.00g	425%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 413mg	138%
Sodium 3742mg	163%
Total Carbohydrate 20.10g	7%
Dietary Fiber 1.40g	5%
Total Sugars 1.20g
Protein 41.90g	84%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 979mg	75%
Iron 3mg	16%
Potassium 583mg	12%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 83.6%

Protein: 11.1%

Carbs: 5.3%