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5 Ingredient Creamy Garlic Sauce

By Laura Fuentes Updated Jun 16, 2025

4.99 from 61 votes

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You're going to love the easy of this creamy garlic sauce! It's a simple topping for chicken, pasta, and more!

With just 5 ingredients, you’ll see how simple this creamy garlic sauce is to make. Serve it once, and you’ll never go back to plain dry chicken again!

creamy garlic sauce in a large pot with pepper on top

Best-Ever Garlic Cream Sauce for Chicken and Pasta

This garlic sauce is my family’s favorite creamy sidekick to otherwise plain chicken. It’s so delicious it guarantees clean plates!

What I love is that I’m able to whip up a whole meal in under 30 minutes -not just the sauce but also when I cook pasta on the side, steam veggies, or pan-sear chicken breasts.

While you can find creamy garlic sauces in the freezer aisle or ready-made in a jar, nothing compares to making it yourself with a handful of ingredients.

Ingredients

First, check your pantry and fridge for everything that you’ll need to make this simple garlic sauce, and then remember to grab the measurements from the printable recipe card below. The list:

  • Butter: salted or unsalted butter will work just fine.
  • Garlic cloves: a grated texture works best. If you don’t have garlic cloves, garlic powder can be used as well.
  • Italian seasoning: perfect flavor profile to garlic anything.
  • Chicken broth: you can use stock as well.
  • Half and half or heavy cream: make sure that it’s warmed so that it has the right texture. Want an epic sauce without cream? Try my White wine sauce.
large pot of creamy garlic sauce with a wooden spoon

How to Make Creamy Garlic Sauce

Now that you have all the ingredients needed, it’s time for the simple steps to make this delicious homemade sauce.

  1. Saute the garlic
    Melt the butter and add the garlic cloves to the pan. Sauté for about 2 minutes, moving them around to make sure they toast to a golden color but don’t burn.
  2. Season
    Add the Italian seasoning and toast for about 30 seconds.
  3. Simmer
    Now, add the chicken broth and let it simmer to incorporate the garlic. Add half and half or cream and bring the mixture to a simmer. After 3 to 4 minutes, you’ll see it’s visibly reduced.
  4. Combine and serve
    Chicken, pasta, or mashed potatoes? You choose! Combine the sauce with your favorite meal and enjoy!

First time making this incredible Garlic Sauce? Watch this video to see how it’s done, step-by-step.

How to Thicken the Sauce

If after simmering, this sauce has not reduced (thickened) enough for you; it can be thickened by adding a slurry made by mixing 1 teaspoon of cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of cold water in a small bowl, adding the mixture to the sauce and letting it simmer for 5 more minutes. This sauce is perfect for tossing it with pasta as is, however, some people prefer it thicker if serving it with seared chicken breasts.

Can You Make Garlic Cream Sauce Ahead?

Yes, you can make the garlic cream sauce up to 3 days ahead of time. Once cooled, transfer it to an airtight container and keep it in the fridge until you’re ready to use it. To reheat it, I recommend warming it up slowly over medium heat on the stovetop.

Can You Freeze Creamy Garlic Sauce?

The key to successfully freezing cream sauces is to allow the sauce to cool down completely and then transfer it inside an airtight container or freezer zip bag and remove as much air as possible.

I recommend freezing this sauce in smaller batches based on how you plan on using it. For example, 1 cup sauce for 2 people, ½ cup sauce for one person, etc.

The sauce can remain in the freezer for up to 2 months. To thaw, refrigerate it overnight or submerge it in water for 30 minutes to 1 hour and then heat it up on the stovetop.

side by side photos of creamy garlic sauce in a pan. One with chicken breasts and one with pasta

What to Do with Creamy Garlic Sauce

Just like my Cottage Cheese Sauce recipe, when it comes to serving this creamy sauce recipe, you have some great options! I love adding it to dishes like this Creamy Garlic Chicken Pasta – and the kids agree as well!

If you don’t want to pair it with pasta, no stress! You can easily make this homemade sauce and use it on top of Baked Split Chicken Breasts or even put it on top of Roasted Fingerling Potatoes as well.

5 Ingredient Creamy Garlic Sauce

creamy garlic sauce in a pan with four chicken breasts
Servings: 4
Prep Time: 10 minutes mins
Cook Time: 10 minutes mins
Total Time: 20 minutes mins
You’re going to love the easy of this creamy garlic sauce! It’s a simple topping for chicken, pasta, and more!
4.99 from 61 votes
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Watch how it’s made:

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 3 garlic cloves, grated
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 cup chicken broth, or stock
  • 1 cup half and half or heavy cream, warmed

Instructions

  • Over medium heat, melt the butter. Once melted, add the garlic cloves to the pan, and sauté them for about 2 minutes, moving them around to make sure they toast to a golden color, but don’t burn.
  • Add the Italian seasoning to the garlic and toast it for about 30 seconds.
  • Add the chicken broth or stock and the warmed cream or half and half to the pan. Stir and bring it all to a simmer, then cook it for 5 minutes to reduce it and give it a thicker texture.
  • To thicken it further, make a slurry by mixing 1 tablespoon of cornstarch and 3 tablespoons of cold water in a small bowl. Add it to the sauce and simmer it for 5 minutes.
  • Combine the sauce with chicken breasts, serve it over mashed potatoes, or toss it with pasta.

Equipment

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Large Skillet

Nutrition

Serving: 1 serving | Calories: 88kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 17mg | Sodium: 48mg | Potassium: 67mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 155IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 15mg | Iron: 0.3mg

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  1. Franny says

    June 08, 2025 at 10:38 am

    5 stars
    Best sauce recipe I have had yet!!

    Reply
  2. Criss says

    May 27, 2025 at 2:38 am

    5 stars
    This creamy garlic sauce was super easy to make and turned out so good! Just five ingredients and it came together in no time—I’ll definitely make it again!

    Reply
  3. Swathi says

    May 24, 2025 at 1:16 pm

    5 stars
    I agree with creamy garlic sauce is delicious I have made it twice so versatile.

    Reply
  4. Angela says

    May 21, 2025 at 10:04 pm

    5 stars
    This turned out so amazing! I can’t wait to make it again…YUM!! My family loved it.

    Reply
  5. Catalina says

    May 21, 2025 at 10:09 am

    5 stars
    I can’t believe how easy and delicious this sauce is! Just five ingredients and it turns any pasta or veggies into something restaurant-quality!

    Reply
  6. Lora says

    May 21, 2025 at 8:49 am

    5 stars
    Creamy garlic sauce goes on every thing! So easy to make and so tasty!

    Reply
  7. Sonja says

    May 21, 2025 at 5:45 am

    5 stars
    Such a super easy and lovely creamy garlic sauce! I was stuck for some quick dinner last night and made it and it was so so good!

    Reply
  8. Andrea says

    May 21, 2025 at 1:32 am

    5 stars
    I was looking for a quick, creamy sauce to dress up a simple dinner, and this garlic sauce was perfect—super easy, full of flavor, and made our plain chicken feel like a special meal.

    Reply
  9. Maria says

    May 20, 2025 at 1:05 pm

    5 stars
    I was going to make regular chicken alfredo last night before I found this recipe. I used this sauce instead. SO GOOD!

    Reply
  10. Beth says

    May 20, 2025 at 1:04 pm

    5 stars
    I made this last night to go with my grilled shrimp. It was so good, and I loved how easy it was to make.

    Reply
  11. Steph says

    May 16, 2025 at 11:20 am

    5 stars
    Such delicious creamy garlic sauce!!

    Reply
  12. Kathryn says

    May 14, 2025 at 9:02 pm

    5 stars
    This recipe is fantastic! I adore this sauce so much!

    Reply
  13. Claudia says

    May 08, 2025 at 4:48 am

    5 stars
    Made this 5-ingredient creamy garlic sauce and it’s so simple but packed with flavor! Perfect for drizzling over pasta, veggies, or even as a dip. Definitely a new favorite!

    Reply
  14. Nicole Kendrick says

    May 07, 2025 at 2:30 pm

    5 stars
    I love this so much! I added a bit to my alfredo sauce, and it was a game-changer!

    Reply
  15. Nora says

    May 07, 2025 at 1:35 pm

    5 stars
    This creamy garlic sauce is a total game-changer! Just 5 ingredients and so much flavor—it’s rich and silky. I tried it once and now I can’t imagine serving chicken without it!

    Reply
  16. Annie says

    April 27, 2025 at 7:06 pm

    5 stars
    This creamy garlic sauce was wonderful!!

    Reply
  17. Cheryl says

    April 18, 2025 at 5:51 pm

    5 stars
    My favorite sauce, love it only has 5 ingredients but is very flavorable. Very thin, might need a roux to thicken but very good as is on pasta.

    Reply
  18. Layla says

    April 04, 2025 at 4:01 pm

    5 stars
    I loved this garlic sauce over chicken and potatoes!

    Reply
  19. Anne says

    March 30, 2025 at 11:15 am

    5 stars
    This was so good!

    Reply
  20. Jack says

    March 29, 2025 at 10:07 pm

    5 stars
    Incredibly delicious

    Reply
  21. Kathy says

    March 21, 2025 at 7:50 pm

    5 stars
    Lovely garlic sauce recipe!

    Reply
  22. Abby says

    March 19, 2025 at 10:04 am

    5 stars
    This garlic sauce is incredible!! Easy too!

    Reply
  23. Lilly says

    March 16, 2025 at 10:56 am

    5 stars
    This garlic sauce was incredible!!!

    Reply
  24. Gail says

    March 12, 2025 at 3:41 pm

    5 stars
    This is so good!

    Reply
  25. Tara says

    March 12, 2025 at 10:48 am

    5 stars
    Soooo yummy

    Reply
    • Beverly says

      May 07, 2025 at 9:17 pm

      5 stars
      This sauce had 2 things I love: easy, and garlicky. And so yummy (thats 3!). Thanks for sharing!

      Reply
  26. Cara says

    March 11, 2025 at 9:12 am

    5 stars
    So so good!

    Reply
  27. Janna says

    March 11, 2025 at 7:27 am

    5 stars
    This creamy garlic sauce was epic!!

    Reply
  28. Faith says

    March 09, 2025 at 11:45 am

    5 stars
    Delicious creamy garlic sauce.

    Reply
  29. Rachel says

    March 09, 2025 at 11:20 am

    5 stars
    Best garlic sauce ever!!!

    Reply
  30. Lucy says

    March 06, 2025 at 4:11 pm

    5 stars
    Obsessed with this creamy garlic sauce!

    Reply
  31. Dayna says

    March 01, 2025 at 3:26 pm

    5 stars
    This was amazing!

    Reply
  32. Carla says

    February 27, 2025 at 1:45 pm

    5 stars
    The kids loved this one!

    Reply
  33. Jackie says

    February 25, 2025 at 3:28 pm

    5 stars
    Obsessed with this sauce!

    Reply
  34. Marie says

    February 24, 2025 at 2:28 am

    5 stars
    Wow this was incredible!

    Reply
    • Susi says

      February 26, 2025 at 5:46 pm

      5 stars
      I’ve made it twice with garlic shrimp! It’s great!

      Reply
  35. Karen says

    February 19, 2025 at 6:39 pm

    5 stars
    Made this garlic sauce for chicken & mashed potatoes last night and it was so good. I had to come back and tell you how much my family loved it!

    Reply
  36. Tasha says

    February 16, 2025 at 4:39 pm

    5 stars
    Creamy and delish. We have had it on chicken, pasta and rice and loved it every time!

    Reply
  37. Andrea says

    February 12, 2025 at 7:33 pm

    5 stars
    Yummy and easy. While it did thicken slightly while simmering, it definitely needed a little corn starch. Based on another comment, I added a little parm cheese. Very good.

    Reply
  38. Jan says

    February 09, 2025 at 4:33 pm

    5 stars
    Soooo flavorful and creamy

    Reply
  39. Kayla says

    December 29, 2024 at 10:55 am

    5 stars
    In love with this creamy garlic sauce!

    Reply
  40. Estella says

    December 25, 2024 at 5:50 pm

    5 stars
    I’ve made this creamy garlic sauce several times. Twice I’ve poured it over chicken -I don’t like breasts but this sauce is really good and makes them tolerable and over pasta with veggies. My family loves it.

    Reply
  41. Michael says

    December 03, 2024 at 9:33 pm

    5 stars
    This is a great recipe!!!!

    It’s quick and easy to make. I also made the Italian seasoning because I did not have any. I feel so good and satisfied with this sauce. I will make it again.

    Reply
  42. Susy V says

    October 07, 2024 at 8:18 pm

    5 stars
    Made this because I had leftover chicken broth and heavy whipping cream. This smells and taste so good, I also added Parmesan cheese. I did add “slurry” to thicken and it did not thicken but still good. Poured it on top of pasta and rotisserie chicken

    Reply
    • Laura Fuentes says

      October 08, 2024 at 4:27 pm

      Thank you for making this creamy garlic sauce! Glad you enjoyed it.

      Reply
  43. Sarah says

    August 14, 2024 at 2:31 pm

    5 stars
    I made this garlic sauce for my chicken breasts and it was delicious!

    Reply
  44. Diane says

    January 23, 2024 at 10:25 pm

    How do you thicken the sauce??

    Reply
    • Laura Fuentes says

      January 25, 2024 at 12:33 pm

      If after simmering this sauce has not reduced (thickened) enough for what you have planned on using it on, make a slurry by mixing 1 teaspoon of cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of cold water in a small bowl, adding the mixture to the sauce, and letting it simmer for 5 more minutes. This sauce is perfect for tossing it with pasta as is, however, some people prefer it thicker if serving it with seared chicken breasts, for example.

      Reply
  45. Jojo says

    December 26, 2023 at 7:02 pm

    4 stars
    Tasted great although a bit thin for my liking.

    Reply
  46. Thelisa says

    September 05, 2023 at 4:18 pm

    Can I use whole milk

    Reply
    • Laura Fuentes says

      September 10, 2023 at 3:40 pm

      Yes, you can use whole milk but the sauce won’t be as creamy/thick.

      Reply

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