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Creamy Garlic Chicken & Vegetables

Creamy Garlic Chicken & Vegetables

Creamy garlic chicken & vegetables is a family favorite dinner, perfect for any table.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • large baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • 12-inch skillet
  • whisk
  • tongs
  • instant-read thermometer

Ingredients
  

Vegetables

  • 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
  • 2 cups cubed butternut squash
  • 2 Tablespoons olive oil divided

Chicken

  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts

Sauce

  • 1 Tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 0.25 cup diced onion
  • 7–8 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 teaspoons dried parsley
  • 1.25 cups chicken broth (low-sodium is fine)
  • ¾ cup half-and-half or whole milk
  • 1 Tablespoon cornstarch

Garnish

  • chopped fresh parsley optional

Instructions
 

Cooking Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (204°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Spread the vegetables out in a single layer on the baking sheet. Drizzle with 1 Tablespoon olive oil, and stir to coat. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Bake the vegetables for 20 minutes.
  • Heat the remaining 1 Tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Place the chicken thighs in the skillet, sprinkle with salt and pepper, and cook for 4 minutes on each side. Transfer chicken to a plate and loosely cover with foil.
  • Add the butter to the pan, swirl to coat as it melts. Add salt, pepper, onion, garlic, parsley, and chicken broth. Cook and stir, scraping up any browned bits. Let sauce simmer for 5 minutes. Whisk together the half-and-half and cornstarch, then pour into the skillet. Cook for 1 minute.
  • Add the chicken and roasted vegetables to the skillet, stirring to coat. Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 5-10 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature should be at least 165°F).
  • Remove from the oven and garnish with fresh parsley before serving, if desired.
  • Leftovers keep well in the refrigerator for a few days. You can reheat on the stove over medium heat or in the microwave.

Notes

Cool completely, then cover and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator or at room temperature, and then reheat on the stove over medium heat or in the microwave.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2.5mg
Keyword chicken, cream sauce, Creamy Garlic Chicken & Vegetables, easy recipe, family dinner, Roasted Vegetables
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