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    Easy Garlic Chicken for One

    LAST UPDATED: Jan 1, 2023 · PUBLISHED: Oct 29, 2022 · BY: Sydney · Leave a Comment

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    chicken thighs covers in creamy garlic sauce with rice on white plate.

    There's nothing quite like a home-cooked meal, and this easy cast iron skillet garlic chicken is perfect for any night of the week. Succulent chicken cooked with chunks of fresh garlic in a creamy sauce.

    So many ways to cook chicken thighs, and these slow cooker yummy honey garlic chicken thighs are easy and flavorful.

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    ❤️ What to love about this recipe

    Very flavorful for such a quick recipe.


    Table of Contents
    • ❤️ What to love about this recipe
    • 🧾 Main Ingredients Notes
    • 🥣 Step by Step Recipe Directions
    • 👩‍🍳 Recipe Notes
    • 🥄 Helpful Tools
    • 🍴 Serving Suggestions
    • 8 Ways to use leftover Garlic Chicken
    • ❄️ How to Store Leftovers
    • ❓Frequently Asked Question
    • More Tasty Dinner Recipes for One
    • 📖 Recipe

    🧾 Main Ingredients Notes


    ingredients to make garlic chicken measured out on a textured surface.

    Chicken: Chicken thighs have more flavor; however, you can use chicken breast.
    Garlic cloves: Go fresh for the best flavor. If you don't have fresh garlic, you can use chunky garlic paste; I like the product from Gourmet Garden. Do not use a jar of garlic; the flavor is not as fresh.
    Chicken broth: I use the Better than Bouillon broth because I rarely use a whole can and don't want to take the effort to freeze the leftover broth.
    Lemon juice: Fresh squeezed, period 🙂
    Garlic powder: Only garlic powder, don't use garlic salt.
    Plain Greek yogurt: Sometimes I use french yogurt, which is also very creamy and thick. Leave the yogurt out while preparing the other ingredients so it is close to room temperature. If needed, thin it out slightly with a tablespoon of milk or water.

    🥣 Step by Step Recipe Directions


    shallow white bowl with chicken thigh dredged in flour.

    Step One: Sprinkle chicken with salt, pepper, and garlic powder, and dredge the chicken in flour.

    Chciken thigh browning in small cast iron skillet.

    Step Two: Heat the olive oil over medium-high heat in a small cast-iron skillet. Add chicken to the heated pan and brown on both sides, about 4 minutes per side. When the chicken is browned, transfer it to a plate and set it aside while you prepare the sauce.

    Chunks of fresh garlic cooking in small cast iron skillet.

    Step Three: Reduce heat to medium-low, add the butter, and saute the garlic cloves for about 2-3 minutes. Stir often to avoid burning the garlic. The garlic will begin to turn a light golden brown.

    Chciken broth, lemon juice, and garlic simmering in a small cast iron skillet.

    Step Four: Add the chicken broth and lemon juice to the pan and simmer for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.

    chicken thigh in a creamy garlic sauce in small cast iron skillet.

    Step Five: Mix the yogurt with one (1) tablespoon or water (or milk) and stir into the broth mixture until smooth. Add the chicken back into the pan. Cook on medium-low until the sauce thickens and the chicken is cooked. Use an instant-read thermometer and check the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 170º F.

    👩‍🍳 Recipe Notes


    • Use bone-in chicken thighs for the best flavor and texture. Chicken breasts will work, but they tend to dry out easily.
    • Don't try to turn the chicken until it's ready; when ready to turn the chicken will release easily from the pan.
    • If the sauce needs to be smoothed or thinned out, add a little milk and whisk until smooth.

    🥄 Helpful Tools


    • 7-inch cast iron skillet - I really like the lighter weight of the Blacklock by Lodge.

    🍴 Serving Suggestions


    • My favorite way to serve creamy garlic chicken is over rice or pasta with steamed vegetables.
    • Shred the chicken for tacos or a burrito.

    8 Ways to use leftover Garlic Chicken

    1. Use it as a topping for pizza or salad
    2. Mix it with pasta and a sauce for a quick and easy meal
    3. Add it to a burrito or taco filling
    4. Use it as a filling for a sandwich or wrap
    5. Chop it up and use it as an omelet or frittata filling
    6. Add it to a stir-fry or fried rice dish
    7. Use it as a topping for a baked potato or sweet potato
    8. Mix it with some beans and vegetables to make a hearty chili or stew

    ❄️ How to Store Leftovers

    Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.


    ❓Frequently Asked Question

    What can I use instead of yogurt?

    Creme Fraiche or sour cream works rather well, just a bit tangier. Whipping creme can also be used.

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    📖 Recipe

    garlic chicken thighs and rice on white plate.

    Creamy Garlic Chicken

    A succulent chicken in a creamy garlic sauce. Fast and flavorful for any night of the week.
    5 from 1 vote
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    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 25 minutes
    Total Time: 30 minutes
    Servings: 1 serving
    Calories: 696kcal
    Author:Sydney Dawes

    Equipment

    • cast iron skillet

    Ingredients

    • 1 6-8-ounce chicken thigh
    • 2 tablespoons flour
    • 1 teaspoon olive oil
    • ½ tablespoons butter
    • 2 garlic cloves peeled and cut into large chunks
    • ¼ cup chicken broth or stock
    • ¼ teaspoon lemon juice
    • ⅛ teaspoon garlic powder
    • 2 tablespoons plain greek yogurt
    • Salt & pepper

    Instructions

    • Sprinkle chicken with some salt, pepper, and garlic powder, and dredge the chicken in flour.
    • In a small cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat, heat the olive oil. Add chicken to the heated pan and brown on both sides, about 4 minutes per side. When the chicken is browned, transfer it to a plate and set it aside while you prepare the sauce.
    • Reduce heat to medium-low and add the butter and saute the garlic cloves for about 2-3 minutes. Stir often to avoid burning the garlic. The garlic will begin to turn a light golden brown.
    • Add the chicken broth, and lemon juice, to the pan and simmer for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
    • Mix the yogurt with 1 tablespoon or water (or milk) and stir into the broth mixture until smooth. Add the chicken back into the pan. Cook on medium-low until the sauce is thickened and the chicken is cooked through. Check the temperature with an instant-read thermometer.

    Notes

    SERVING: Serve with rice or mashed potatoes.
    STORAGE: Leftovers can be refrigerated covered for up to 2 days.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 6ounces | Calories: 696kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 42g | Fat: 49g | Sodium: 1293mg | Sugar: 5g

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