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40 Clove Garlic Chicken

Tender moist chicken in a creamy garlic sauce is perfect for weeknight meals and entertaining alike.
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Keyword 40 clove garlic chicken
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Author Ang Paris

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 small onion, diced fine
  • 8 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 40 cloves garlic peeled
  • 1-½ cups chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon dried tarragon
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons milk

Instructions

  • Season the chicken with salt and pepper.
    Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, 8 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.  Add the onions and let cook until they are tender.  Push them to the outside edges of the pan.
    2 tablespoons unsalted butter, 1 small onion, diced fine
  • Turn the temperature up to medium-high and sear both sides of the chicken for 1-2 minutes until golden brown.
    8 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • Remove the chicken from the pan for the moment.
  • Reduce the heat to medium and add the whole peeled garlic cloves.  Cook until golden brown and tender, stirring often.
    40 cloves garlic
  • Return the chicken to the pan and add the chicken stock. Sprinkle the tarragon into the pan, then bring to a boil.
    1-½ cups chicken broth, 1 tablespoon dried tarragon
  • Reduce the heat to a simmer, cover the pan and let the chicken cook for 25-30 minutes until it is cooked through.
  • To create the sauce, mix the milk and flour together in a small bow.  Pour into the hot pan and stir to combine.  Cook for a couple minutes until the sauce thickens.
    2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, 2 tablespoons milk
  • Serve hot with pasta, rice or potatoes, if desired.

Notes

Adapted from Damn Delicious.