Creamy Garlic Chicken

Creamy Garlic Chicken is a rich, savory dish featuring chicken (often thighs or breasts) simmered in a velvety sauce made with heavy cream, garlic, butter, and sometimes herbs like parsley or thyme. It’s a popular comfort food in American and Western European home cooking, known for its simple yet indulgent flavor profile.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is typically high in fat and protein due to the cream and chicken, with minimal carbohydrates unless served with starchy sides. A standard serving (about 1 cup with chicken) can range from 400–600 calories, providing calcium from the cream and B vitamins from the chicken.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	450 kcal
Protein	35 g
Carbs	8 g
Fat	32 g
Fiber	1 g
Sugar	2 g
Sodium	680 mg
Potassium	420 mg
Calcium	85 mg
Iron	2.1 mg
Vitamin A	180 mcg
Vitamin C	6 mg
Vitamin B6	0.6 mg
Vitamin B12	0.5 mcg
Phosphorus	280 mg

Per 1 serving (280 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

The combination of garlic and cream is a classic in French-inspired cuisine, where garlic’s pungency mellows into sweetness when cooked, creating a balanced, aromatic sauce. Nutritionally, garlic offers antioxidants and may support heart health, though the dish’s richness makes it an occasional treat rather than a daily staple.