Description
Southern Creamy Chicken is a rich and comforting classic featuring tender chicken simmered in a velvety, cheesy cream sauce infused with Southern spices. This easy Southern creamy chicken recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or cozy family meals, pairing beautifully with rice, mashed potatoes, or biscuits.
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breasts or thighs
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Season the chicken with salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Lightly dredge the chicken in flour and shake off excess.
- Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Sear the chicken until golden brown on both sides. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté chopped onion until softened. Add minced garlic and cook briefly.
- Pour in chicken broth, scraping up browned bits from the pan.
- Stir in heavy cream and cream cheese until smooth.
- Add shredded cheddar cheese and stir until melted and creamy.
- Return chicken to the skillet and simmer until fully cooked and sauce thickens.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.
Notes
Chicken thighs provide extra juiciness compared to breasts.For added flavor, include mushrooms or spinach.Adjust seasoning to taste before serving.Sauce thickens more as it cools.
