Creamy Garlic Chicken with Milk Sauce

1 chicken breast (about 200g) 1 cup whole milk 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 tablespoon butter Salt and pepper to taste Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Indulge in this creamy garlic chicken dish, where tender chicken is enveloped in a luscious milk-based sauce. Perfect for a comforting meal for one, this recipe balances rich flavors with simplicity.

Steps

1. Season the chicken breast with salt and pepper on both sides. 2. In a skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat. 3. Add the chicken breast and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside. 4. In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. 5. Pour in the milk and stir to combine, scraping any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. 6. Let the sauce simmer for about 5 minutes, allowing it to thicken slightly. 7. Return the chicken to the skillet, spoon the sauce over it, and cook for an additional 2 minutes. 8. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.