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Thomas Baker

Creamy Garlic Chicken and Broccoli Skillet: Easy & Comforting

A flavorful one-pan meal combining tender chicken, crisp broccoli, and a rich garlic-Parmesan cream sauce. This creamy garlic chicken broccoli skillet is perfect for easy, comforting weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 420
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • Kosher salt to taste
  • Freshly cracked black pepper to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 4 tablespoons butter, divided
  • 4 to 5 cloves garlic, minced
  • 10.5 ounces condensed cream of chicken soup (1 can)
  • 1 cup water
  • 2 to 3 cups broccoli, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon fresh parsley, chopped
  • Lemon wedges for serving (optional)

Method
 

  1. Season the chicken on both sides with salt, pepper, and paprika, then set aside.
  2. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Add the chicken and cook about 5 minutes per side until browned. Transfer chicken to a plate, cover, and keep warm.
  3. Use the same skillet to melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant and lightly golden.
  4. Whisk in the condensed cream of chicken soup and water, stirring until hot, smooth, and bubbling. Reduce heat to low.
  5. Return chicken to the skillet along with chopped broccoli. Cover and simmer for about 10 minutes or until chicken is cooked through and broccoli is tender.
  6. For firmer broccoli, add it later when the chicken is nearly done.
  7. Serve warm over rice or pasta, garnish with fresh parsley, and lemon wedges if desired.

Notes

  • Adjust broccoli cooking time for preferred tenderness. Use more cream of chicken soup for a thicker sauce. Store leftovers refrigerated up to 3 days.