Description
This 5-Ingredient Creamy Garlic Sauce is a simple yet incredibly flavorful sauce that’s perfect for pasta, chicken, or vegetables. Made with just a few pantry staples, it’s a versatile and delicious addition to any meal.
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon butter
- 3 cloves garlic, grated
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 cup chicken broth or stock
- 1 cup half and half or heavy cream, warmed
Instructions
- Sauté Garlic: Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add grated garlic and sauté for about 2 minutes, or until golden brown and fragrant.
- Toast Seasoning: Add Italian seasoning and cook for 30 seconds, stirring constantly.
- Simmer and Thicken: Pour in chicken broth and simmer until the flavors combine. Add warmed half and half or cream and bring to a simmer. Cook for 3-4 minutes, or until the sauce reduces and thickens slightly.
- Serve: Pour the sauce over cooked chicken breasts, serve with mashed potatoes, or toss with your favorite pasta.
Notes
- Thickening: If you need a thicker sauce, whisk 1 teaspoon of cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of cold water and add it to the simmering sauce. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, or until desired consistency is reached.
- Variations:
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a touch of heat.
- Stir in fresh herbs, such as parsley or basil, for extra flavor.
- Use vegetable broth for a vegetarian option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Serving
- Calories: 150kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
